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LG02 MDZ

2002 Harley-davidson XL53 C

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

7,518 mi
Last recorded7,518 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2002 Harley-davidson XL53 C10,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG02 MDZ
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL53 C
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 7,518 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2024 7,511 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 10 Apr 2024 7,511 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 26 Jun 2023 6,949 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 6,930 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2022 6,930 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Aug 2013 6,926 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2013 6,926 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 4 Aug 2012 6,828 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2012 6,834 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Fail 19 Jun 2012 6,832 miles

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 12 Jul 2011 6,281 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 5,248 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2010 5,234 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 22 May 2009 4,649 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 4,239 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 3,664 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 3,213 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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LG02 MDZ is a 2002 Harley-davidson XL53 C in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2002 Harley-davidson XL53 C models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 10,413 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 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 LG02 MDZ, 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 24 years old, this Harley-davidson XL53 C is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LG02 MDZ registered?

LG02 MDZ is a 2002 Harley-davidson XL53 C, first registered on 17 May 2002.

Is LG02 MDZ safe to buy?

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