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LJ03 ZXD

2003 Harley-davidson XL 1200 C Custom Sport

Red Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

7,703 mi
Last recorded7,703 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2025
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

RegistrationLJ03 ZXD
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 1200 C Custom Sport
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2025 7,703 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 14 May 2025 7,685 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate incorrect too small (0.1 (c))

Tyre is unsuitable rear tyre fitted ti front wheel (5.2.3 (a))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort 20 kgf deflection (1.2.1 (e))

Front Mudguard insecure ()

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2024 7,451 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2024 7,426 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Rear Brake lagging in operation under adjusted, travels very far (1.2.1 (d))

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

Registration plate incorrect Half the size of a regulation plate! (0.1 (c))

Suspension attachment bracket/mounting insecure Front fork brace missing (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Mirrors not fitted at the time of test

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy stiff (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2022 6,936 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 6,653 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Oct 2017 6,113 miles
Pass 13 May 2016

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Jul 2015 30,949 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 30,587 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 29,939 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 2 Jun 2012 26,320 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 21,680 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 13,316 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 7,729 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 5,876 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 4,208 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 2,906 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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LJ03 ZXD is a 2003 Harley-davidson XL 1200 C Custom Sport in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LJ03 ZXD, 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 LJ03 ZXD registered?

LJ03 ZXD is a 2003 Harley-davidson XL 1200 C Custom Sport, first registered on 16 May 2003.

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The MOT history for LJ03 ZXD shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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