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HX53 VLK

2003 Harley-davidson XL53 C

Red Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,661 mi
Last recorded18,661 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson XL53 C8,489 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX53 VLK
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL53 C
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 18 Sep 2025 18,661 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 17,291 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2023 16,334 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 15,352 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 14,049 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 11,982 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 12,020 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 11,576 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 11,158 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 10,815 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 10,359 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 9,629 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 8,963 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 8,216 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 7,354 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 5,852 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 4,253 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 3,448 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 2,391 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL53 C?

Based on 15,043 MOT tests across 1,204 vehicles.

88.6%
Pass Rate
496
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
1,204
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 69
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 69
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 68
reflector on motorcycle missing 53
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 44
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HX53 VLK is a 2003 Harley-davidson XL53 C in Red 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 XL53 C models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 8,489 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley-davidson XL53 C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 69 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HX53 VLK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson XL53 C typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Harley-davidson XL53 C is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HX53 VLK registered?

HX53 VLK is a 2003 Harley-davidson XL53 C, first registered on 21 November 2003.

Is HX53 VLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for HX53 VLK 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.

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