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GN04 MDZ

2004 Harley-davidson XL53 C

Red Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

10,256 mi
Last recorded10,256 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2025
Typical for 2004 Harley-davidson XL53 C10,392 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN04 MDZ
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL53 C
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2025 10,256 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2023 8,657 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 5,128 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 4,992 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 4,600 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 4,576 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2015 4,415 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 4,372 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 4,291 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2013 4,224 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 16 Apr 2013 4,224 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2012 4,141 miles

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 4,141 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 3,851 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 3,605 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 3,178 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 2,815 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 2,493 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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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GN04 MDZ is a 2004 Harley-davidson XL53 C in Red with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 GN04 MDZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GN04 MDZ registered?

GN04 MDZ is a 2004 Harley-davidson XL53 C, first registered on 6 March 2004.

Is GN04 MDZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN04 MDZ shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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