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AM53 FLB

2004 Harley Davidson Sportster

Multi-colour Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

27,047 mi
Last recorded27,047 miles
Recorded on23 May 2025
Typical for 2004 Harley Davidson Sportster12,331 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM53 FLB
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year2004
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 May 2025 27,047 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 24,747 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2023 24,718 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 19 May 2021 23,290 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 22,704 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 Mar 2019 22,095 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Apr 2018 21,444 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 6 Apr 2018 21,442 miles

Front Headlamp aim headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Front position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Nearside Front suspension assembly component excessively bent (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly component excessively bent (2.3.1)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 4 Mar 2017 20,933 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Nov 2015 18,848 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 11 Oct 2014 16,847 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

front indicators on dim all the time

number plate small

Pass 22 Oct 2013 14,553 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Jul 2012 13,554 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Offside Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 19 Jul 2012 13,547 miles

Front Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Offside Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Offside Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson Sportster?

Based on 10,382 MOT tests across 942 vehicles.

86.4%
Pass Rate
392
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
942
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 88
reflector on motorcycle missing 59
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 56
Direction indicator not working 36
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 36
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AM53 FLB is a 2004 Harley Davidson Sportster in Multi-colour with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2004 Harley Davidson Sportster models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 12,331 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 Sportster fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 88 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AM53 FLB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson Sportster typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 22 years old, this Harley Davidson Sportster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AM53 FLB registered?

AM53 FLB is a 2004 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 1 January 2004.

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