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LK53 CTF

2003 Harley-davidson XL53 C

Silver Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

12,210 mi
Last recorded12,210 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2015
Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson XL53 C8,489 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK53 CTF
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL53 C
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2015 12,210 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2015 12,210 miles

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

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 21 Aug 2014 12,180 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 21 Aug 2014 12,180 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 12 Aug 2013 12,132 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 12 Aug 2013 12,132 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 13 Aug 2012 12,012 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 11,785 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 11,010 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 10,608 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 9,983 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 8,887 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 5,030 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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LK53 CTF is a 2003 Harley-davidson XL53 C in Silver with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 LK53 CTF, 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.

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What year was LK53 CTF registered?

LK53 CTF is a 2003 Harley-davidson XL53 C, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is LK53 CTF safe to buy?

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