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LJ53 YTA

2004 Harley Davidson Sportster

White Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

31,649 mi
Last recorded31,649 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2025
Typical for 2004 Harley Davidson Sportster12,331 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ53 YTA
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2025 31,649 miles
Pass 4 May 2024 28,278 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2023 25,900 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 1 Nov 2022 25,618 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2022 25,618 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 21 Sep 2021 23,103 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 20,452 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 20,371 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 31 May 2013 16,970 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 29 May 2012 24,167 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 18 May 2011 10,781 miles
Fail 7 May 2011 10,781 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 11 May 2010 8,914 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 3,153 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson Sportster?

Based on 10,382 MOT tests across 942 vehicles.

86.4%
Pass Rate
392
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
942
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 88
reflector on motorcycle missing 59
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 56
Direction indicator not working 36
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 36
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LJ53 YTA is a 2004 Harley Davidson Sportster in White with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2004 Harley Davidson Sportster models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 12,331 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 Sportster fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 88 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ53 YTA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson Sportster typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 22 years old, this Harley Davidson Sportster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LJ53 YTA registered?

LJ53 YTA is a 2004 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 24 January 2004.

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