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HX53 VJV

2003 Harley-davidson XL 1200 C Custom Sport

Silver Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,004 mi
Last recorded8,004 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson XL 1200 C Custom Sport8,970 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 24 Feb 2026 8,004 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2023 8,004 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2022 8,004 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2021 7,973 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 7,932 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2019 7,842 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 7,712 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 7,605 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 7,493 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 7,346 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 7,057 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 6,736 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2012 6,532 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2011 6,263 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 5,839 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 5,492 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2008 4,744 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 4,086 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2006 3,246 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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HX53 VJV is a 2003 Harley-davidson XL 1200 C Custom Sport in Silver with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VJV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HX53 VJV registered?

HX53 VJV is a 2003 Harley-davidson XL 1200 C Custom Sport, first registered on 3 December 2003.

Is HX53 VJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for HX53 VJV shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HX53 VJV have outstanding finance?

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