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E11 JHD

2004 Harley-davidson XL53 C

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

28,570 mi
Last recorded28,570 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Harley-davidson XL53 C10,392 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE11 JHD
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL53 C
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 28,570 miles
Pass 22 May 2025 28,481 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 28,462 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 28,416 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 28,322 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2021 28,052 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 May 2020 27,908 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 27,759 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 27,081 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 26,682 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 26,132 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 25,349 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

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

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

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

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

Pass 22 Aug 2014 21,946 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Sep 2013 1,855 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 18,840 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2011 16,922 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 13,534 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2008 13,231 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 17 Apr 2008 13,231 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 13,132 miles

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

Rear 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.

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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E11 JHD is a 2004 Harley-davidson XL53 C in Black 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 E11 JHD, 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 E11 JHD registered?

E11 JHD is a 2004 Harley-davidson XL53 C, first registered on 4 May 2004.

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