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WU04 AUY

2004 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

78,833 mi
Last recorded78,833 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 120013,378 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU04 AUY
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL1200R Sportster 1200
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 78,833 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 78,804 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 77,528 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 72,568 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 68,050 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 61,890 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 58,497 miles

Drive belt worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive belt spocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 7 Jul 2014 55,585 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 52,194 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2013 52,193 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 18 Jun 2012 44,667 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 43,878 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 19 Jun 2010 43,175 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 42,445 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 38,785 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2008 38,785 miles

Rear Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 3 Jul 2007 34,758 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200?

Based on 3,903 MOT tests across 313 vehicles.

89.8%
Pass Rate
603
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
313
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 25
reflector on motorcycle missing 12
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 12
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12
Headlamp aim too low 9
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WU04 AUY is a 2004 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2004 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.2% with a typical mileage of 13,378 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 25 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WU04 AUY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 22 years old, this Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WU04 AUY registered?

WU04 AUY is a 2004 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200, first registered on 2 June 2004.

Is WU04 AUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU04 AUY shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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