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BU04 HXK

2004 Harley-davidson XL53 C

Blue Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

24,762 mi
Last recorded24,762 miles
Recorded on14 May 2025
Typical for 2004 Harley-davidson XL53 C10,392 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU04 HXK
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL53 C
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 May 2025 24,762 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 14 May 2025 24,762 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 May 2024 24,294 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 May 2023 23,099 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 May 2022 21,618 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 May 2021 19,711 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Jun 2020 16,966 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 May 2019 14,768 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 May 2018 11,885 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 11,777 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 11,550 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 11,001 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 10,923 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 10,768 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 May 2012 10,601 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 10,414 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 9,862 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 8,520 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 7,276 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 5,851 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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BU04 HXK is a 2004 Harley-davidson XL53 C in Blue with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 HXK, 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 HXK registered?

BU04 HXK is a 2004 Harley-davidson XL53 C, first registered on 13 May 2004.

Is BU04 HXK safe to buy?

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