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HX53 MHF

2003 Harley-davidson XL 1200 C Custom Sport

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

10,034 mi
Last recorded10,034 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson XL 1200 C Custom Sport8,970 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX53 MHF
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 1200 C Custom Sport
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 10,034 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Jun 2025 9,072 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2024 8,531 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2023 8,519 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 8,505 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 8,489 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 8,451 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 8,423 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2018 8,409 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2017 8,386 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Aug 2016 8,374 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 8,354 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 8,313 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Aug 2013 8,290 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2013 8,290 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Pass 8 Sep 2012 8,271 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 8,236 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Aug 2010 8,201 miles

Offside Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Sep 2009 7,903 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2007 4,321 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 6 Oct 2007 4,321 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 1,099 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2006 1,086 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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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HX53 MHF is a 2003 Harley-davidson XL 1200 C Custom Sport in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 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 HX53 MHF, 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.

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What year was HX53 MHF registered?

HX53 MHF is a 2003 Harley-davidson XL 1200 C Custom Sport, first registered on 13 October 2003.

Is HX53 MHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for HX53 MHF shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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