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MX54 JMU

2004 Harley Davidson Sportster

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2026
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

12,121 mi
Last recorded12,121 miles
Recorded on30 May 2025
Typical for 2004 Harley Davidson Sportster12,331 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX54 JMU
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 30 May 2025 12,121 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 21 Sep 2023 11,000 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2022 9,161 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2022 9,161 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released front brake switch faulty (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Feb 2022 9,069 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2022 9,069 miles

Fuel cap ineffective wrong cap, just pushed on. (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Riders seat insecure not bolted down (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Mar 2021 8,022 miles

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

Fail 24 Mar 2021 8,022 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Mar 2020 7,528 miles

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

Nearside Front mirror loose

Fail 6 Mar 2020 7,528 miles

Registration plate incorrect size plus letters (0.1 (c))

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

Nearside Front mirror loose

Fail 4 Sep 2019 7,273 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 21 Mar 2019 7,136 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 7,002 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 6,835 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 6,401 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 6,012 miles

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

o/s rear footrest bent but not insecure.

Pass 15 May 2013 5,567 miles
Fail 15 May 2013 5,567 miles

Front Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 24 Mar 2012 4,016 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Sep 2010 3,071 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2010 3,058 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 13 Jun 2009 2,700 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 May 2008 2,645 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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MX54 JMU is a 2004 Harley Davidson Sportster in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 MX54 JMU, 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 MX54 JMU registered?

MX54 JMU is a 2004 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 26 November 2004.

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