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GX53 NVG

2003 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200

Orange Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2024
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

15,878 mi
Last recorded15,878 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2023
Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 120012,154 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX53 NVG
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL1200R Sportster 1200
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2023 15,878 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 15,865 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 14,894 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 14,465 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2010 14,465 miles

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

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

Pass 28 Feb 2009 12,595 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2009 12,580 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)

Pass 10 Jan 2008 10,050 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 10 Jan 2008 10,050 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 30 Oct 2006 6,898 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 6,880 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200?

Based on 3,903 MOT tests across 313 vehicles.

89.8%
Pass Rate
603
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
313
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 25
reflector on motorcycle missing 12
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 12
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12
Headlamp aim too low 9
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GX53 NVG is a 2003 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 in Orange with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2003 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 12,154 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 XL1200R Sportster 1200 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 25 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GX53 NVG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GX53 NVG registered?

GX53 NVG is a 2003 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200, first registered on 1 November 2003.

Is GX53 NVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX53 NVG shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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