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AE04 PBZ

2004 Harley-davidson XL53 C

Red Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

18,729 mi
Last recorded18,729 miles
Recorded on8 May 2025
Typical for 2004 Harley-davidson XL53 C10,392 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE04 PBZ
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL53 C
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 May 2025 18,729 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 31,174 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 30,891 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2018 30,891 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2017 30,777 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 13 Jul 2016 30,077 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 29,014 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 26,386 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 24,622 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Jun 2012 23,378 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear tyre sidewall sloghtly perished.

Pass 1 Jun 2011 20,801 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 28 May 2010 18,417 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

rear tyre light cracking in tread

Fail 28 May 2010 18,417 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

rear tyre light cracking in tread

Pass 13 Jun 2009 14,767 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2009 14,724 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2008 8,894 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 5,900 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL53 C?

Based on 15,043 MOT tests across 1,204 vehicles.

88.6%
Pass Rate
496
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
1,204
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 69
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 69
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 68
reflector on motorcycle missing 53
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 44
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AE04 PBZ is a 2004 Harley-davidson XL53 C in Red with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2004 Harley-davidson XL53 C models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.6% with a typical mileage of 10,392 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 XL53 C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 69 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE04 PBZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson XL53 C typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 22 years old, this Harley-davidson XL53 C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AE04 PBZ registered?

AE04 PBZ is a 2004 Harley-davidson XL53 C, first registered on 29 April 2004.

Is AE04 PBZ safe to buy?

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