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GJD 253

2002 Harley-davidson XL 1200 C Custom Sport

Brown Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

10,057 mi
Last recorded10,057 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Harley-davidson XL 1200 C Custom Sport10,708 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJD 253
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 1200 C Custom Sport
Year2002
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 10,057 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 5 Apr 2025 9,498 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Mar 2024 7,790 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 23 Feb 2023 5,355 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Aug 2021 3,724 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 16 Apr 2021 3,639 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 4 Dec 2020 3,612 miles

Front All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2019 2,219 miles

Front Headlamp slightly discoloured (4.1.4 (a))

noise exhaust

Fail 11 Nov 2019 2,219 miles

Front Headlamp slightly discoloured (4.1.4 (a))

noise exhaust

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire fuel cap (6.1.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Oct 2018

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Fail 20 Oct 2018

Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Oct 2017 19,545 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 17 Oct 2017 19,545 miles

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

Fuel system component insecure fuel tank (7.2.1b)

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Oct 2016 17,278 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 29 Sep 2016 17,277 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Sep 2015 15,136 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 14,398 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2013 13,114 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 11,942 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 11,499 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 8 Sep 2010 10,679 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 10,292 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 9,875 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 9,373 miles

Offside Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Sep 2006 8,838 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 5,968 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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GJD 253 is a 2002 Harley-davidson XL 1200 C Custom Sport in Brown with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2002 Harley-davidson XL 1200 C Custom Sport models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 10,708 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 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 GJD 253, 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 24 years old, this Harley-davidson XL 1200 C Custom Sport is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GJD 253 registered?

GJD 253 is a 2002 Harley-davidson XL 1200 C Custom Sport, first registered on 25 March 2002.

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