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HX53 MKK

2003 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2024
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

16,713 mi
Last recorded16,713 miles
Recorded on10 May 2023
Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 120012,154 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX53 MKK
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL1200R Sportster 1200
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 May 2023 16,713 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 16,326 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

no front mudguard fitted at time of test

Fail 11 Jun 2021 16,326 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

no front mudguard fitted at time of test

Pass 18 May 2020 14,705 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 14,594 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 14,566 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 14,240 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2016 14,240 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 7 Feb 2014 13,334 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 13,328 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 13,024 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 11,678 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 10,000 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 8,934 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2009 8,901 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2008 7,470 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2007 5,889 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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HX53 MKK is a 2003 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 HX53 MKK, 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 HX53 MKK registered?

HX53 MKK is a 2003 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200, first registered on 19 December 2003.

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The MOT history for HX53 MKK shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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