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LJ53 KEU

2003 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

12,366 mi
Last recorded12,366 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 120012,154 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ53 KEU
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL1200R Sportster 1200
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 12,366 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 Jul 2025 12,331 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Jun 2024 12,219 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2023 12,097 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Jun 2022 11,920 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Jul 2021 11,715 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2020 11,609 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 May 2019 11,347 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 11,235 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 10,918 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 10,524 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 10,200 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 10,049 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 9,801 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 May 2012 9,711 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2011 9,414 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 8,968 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 8,427 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 7,250 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 5,696 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2007 5,679 miles

Centre Rear Lower Registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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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LJ53 KEU is a 2003 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LJ53 KEU, 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 LJ53 KEU registered?

LJ53 KEU is a 2003 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200, first registered on 21 November 2003.

Is LJ53 KEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ53 KEU shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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