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LE53 LBX

2004 Harley Davidson XL1200C

Maroon Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

28,991 mi
Last recorded28,991 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Harley Davidson XL1200C11,168 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLE53 LBX
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL1200C
Year2004
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 28,991 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2025 28,175 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 28,105 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit PERISIHNG BETWEEN TREADS (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

REAR BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER DUST BOOT SPLIT

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2020 27,942 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 7 Apr 2020 27,921 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Jun 2018 27,182 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2016 24,446 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson XL1200C?

Based on 9,931 MOT tests across 897 vehicles.

89.0%
Pass Rate
438
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
897
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 52
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 49
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 35
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 22
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 22
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LE53 LBX is a 2004 Harley Davidson XL1200C in Maroon with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2004 Harley Davidson XL1200C models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.0% with a typical mileage of 11,168 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 XL1200C fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LE53 LBX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson XL1200C typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 22 years old, this Harley Davidson XL1200C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LE53 LBX registered?

LE53 LBX is a 2004 Harley Davidson XL1200C, first registered on 31 December 2004.

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