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HX04 WKF

2004 Harley-davidson XL53 C

Red Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

29,443 mi
Last recorded29,443 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Harley-davidson XL53 C10,392 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX04 WKF
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL53 C
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 29,443 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2024 27,454 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2023 25,896 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2022 22,341 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2022 22,332 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Oct 2021 21,120 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 20,041 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2019 19,557 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2018 18,506 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 16,235 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 15,970 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 15,551 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 15,541 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 14,496 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2013 12,394 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

small bind front brake

Pass 24 Apr 2013 12,394 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

small bind front brake

Pass 14 May 2012 10,410 miles
Fail 14 May 2012 10,410 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 13 May 2011 10,077 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 9,950 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 9,627 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 8,744 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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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HX04 WKF is a 2004 Harley-davidson XL53 C in Red 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 HX04 WKF, 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 HX04 WKF registered?

HX04 WKF is a 2004 Harley-davidson XL53 C, first registered on 2 August 2004.

Is HX04 WKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for HX04 WKF 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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