Harley Davidson XL 1200 C Custom Sport (2004)
2004 Harley Davidson XL 1200 C Custom Sport
CarHunch analysed 229 real MOT records for the 2004 Harley Davidson XL 1200 C Custom Sport. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 2004 Harley-Davidson XL 1200 C Custom Sport has a first-time pass rate of 84.6%, which sits comfortably above the UK average of 80%, suggesting these bikes are generally well-maintained by their owners. The dangerous defect rate of 6.6% is reassuringly low, so safety isn't a major concern with this model.
At nearly 12,100 miles on average, these bikes show relatively modest use for their age, which explains the decent reliability picture. The average of 1.2 failures per test is manageable, though 4.5 advisories suggests minor wear items need attention—if you're considering one, budget for routine maintenance on suspension, brakes, and electrics rather than expecting a trouble-free bike.
What to check before buying a 2004 Harley Davidson XL 1200 C Custom Sport
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (97%) | 222 | 84.7% | 1.23 |
| Other (3%) | 6 | 94.4% | 0.17 |
| Gas (0%) | 1 | 0% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2004 Harley Davidson XL 1200 C Custom Sport vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2004 Harley Davidson XL 1200 C Custom Sport vehicles fall between 6,184 and 14,775 miles.
2004 Harley Davidson XL 1200 C Custom Sport — Still on the Road
78 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 60% of the peak remain.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
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