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MV04 LBJ

2004 Harley Davidson 883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

29,581 mi
Last recorded29,581 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV04 LBJ
MakeHarley Davidson
Model883
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 29,581 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Mar 2025 28,650 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 23 Mar 2024 44,513 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 44,147 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 42,553 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 41,431 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2019 41,431 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2018 40,113 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 37,802 miles

Rear tyre cut (not deep enough to reach ply or cord)

Fail 12 Jul 2017 37,802 miles

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

Rear tyre cut (not deep enough to reach ply or cord)

Pass 25 Jul 2016 36,691 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 27 May 2015 35,775 miles

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

Fail 27 May 2015 35,775 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 24 May 2014 33,425 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 20 May 2014 33,364 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 25 May 2013 27,133 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 5,127 miles
Fail 18 May 2011 30,405 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2011 30,405 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 11,528 miles

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

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

Pass 27 May 2009 10,626 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 9,340 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2008 9,339 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Pass 4 Oct 2007 8,252 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson 883?

Based on 2,024 MOT tests across 247 vehicles.

86.4%
Pass Rate
410
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
247
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 12
reflector on motorcycle missing 10
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 7
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 7
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 6
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MV04 LBJ is a 2004 Harley Davidson 883 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

The most common reason a Harley Davidson 883 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 12 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MV04 LBJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson 883 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 22 years old, this Harley Davidson 883 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was MV04 LBJ registered?

MV04 LBJ is a 2004 Harley Davidson 883, first registered on 23 June 2004.

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