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AY53 GFZ

2003 Harley-davidson XL 1200 C Custom Sport

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,477 mi
Last recorded8,477 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson XL 1200 C Custom Sport8,970 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY53 GFZ
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 1200 C Custom Sport
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 24 Apr 2026 8,477 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2024 8,370 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2023 8,293 miles

Offside Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Sep 2021 8,204 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 8,175 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 8,090 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2017 8,090 miles

Both front and rear tyres have started to perish on side walls.

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2015 8,076 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2012 8,055 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Jul 2011 8,020 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2010 7,417 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Jun 2009 6,744 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 May 2008 6,426 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Mar 2007 5,870 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL 1200 C Custom Sport?

Based on 16,429 MOT tests across 1,340 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
482
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
1,340
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 71
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 54
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 50
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 47
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 47
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AY53 GFZ is a 2003 Harley-davidson XL 1200 C Custom Sport in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2003 Harley-davidson XL 1200 C Custom Sport models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.0% with a typical mileage of 8,970 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley-davidson XL 1200 C Custom Sport fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 71 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AY53 GFZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson XL 1200 C Custom Sport typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 23 years old, this Harley-davidson XL 1200 C Custom Sport is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AY53 GFZ registered?

AY53 GFZ is a 2003 Harley-davidson XL 1200 C Custom Sport, first registered on 4 November 2003.

Is AY53 GFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY53 GFZ shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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