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YJ54 VDD

2004 Harley Davidson Fxstbi

Black Petrol 1450cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

24,426 mi
Last recorded24,426 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 Harley Davidson Fxstbi14,356 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ54 VDD
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelFxstbi
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,450cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 24,426 miles

Drive belt pulley worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Standard fitment seat belt missing ()

Pass 22 Aug 2024 22,665 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 21 Aug 2024 22,665 miles

All direction indicators missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Handlebar restricted in free movement from lock to lock CLUTCH & BRAKE LEVER RUBBING TANK (2.1.4 (c))

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect HEADLIGHT AIM DIPS TO THE RIGHT. (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements BLACK BACKING & TO SMALL IN SIZE (0.1 (d))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 7 Sep 2020 21,853 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 7 Sep 2020 21,853 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 13 Feb 2019 21,105 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 13 Feb 2019 21,105 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 16 Mar 2017 19,035 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 16 Mar 2017 19,035 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

Pass 15 May 2015 24,737 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 14,902 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 13,594 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 10,919 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Feb 2011 10,430 miles

no indicators fitted on time of test

Pass 14 Sep 2009 9,935 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2008 7,710 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2007 5,346 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson Fxstbi?

Based on 2,553 MOT tests across 202 vehicles.

90.8%
Pass Rate
786
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
202
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 16
reflector on motorcycle missing 13
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 12
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 8
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 5
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YJ54 VDD is a 2004 Harley Davidson Fxstbi in Black with a 1,450cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2004 Harley Davidson Fxstbi models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.2% with a typical mileage of 14,356 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 Fxstbi fails its MOT is exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YJ54 VDD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson Fxstbi typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 22 years old, this Harley Davidson Fxstbi is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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YJ54 VDD is a 2004 Harley Davidson Fxstbi, first registered on 23 September 2004.

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