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HX03 MSU

2003 Harley Davidson XL1200C

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

8,483 mi
Last recorded8,483 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Harley Davidson XL1200C11,170 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX03 MSU
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL1200C
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2025 8,483 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2025 8,483 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2024 7,874 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 7,831 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 7,727 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 7,369 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 7,357 miles

Loud exhaust system

Pass 31 May 2017 7,234 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 31 May 2017 7,234 miles

Central Rear Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 May 2016 6,837 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 May 2015 6,226 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2014 6,101 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Jun 2011 6,056 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 5,844 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2009 5,511 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 5,367 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 5,057 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 4,548 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson XL1200C?

Based on 9,931 MOT tests across 897 vehicles.

89.0%
Pass Rate
438
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
897
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 52
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 49
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 35
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 22
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 22
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HX03 MSU is a 2003 Harley Davidson XL1200C in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2003 Harley Davidson XL1200C models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 11,170 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley Davidson XL1200C fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HX03 MSU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson XL1200C typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 23 years old, this Harley Davidson XL1200C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HX03 MSU registered?

HX03 MSU is a 2003 Harley Davidson XL1200C, first registered on 22 March 2003.

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