MOT Status
ValidMileage
40,715 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Rear Tyre pressure low
Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL53 C?
Based on 15,043 MOT tests across 1,204 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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BU04 HWG is a 2004 Harley-davidson XL53 C in Blue with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.
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 BU04 HWG, 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 BU04 HWG registered?
BU04 HWG is a 2004 Harley-davidson XL53 C, first registered on 16 April 2004.
Is BU04 HWG safe to buy?
The MOT history for BU04 HWG shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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