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LX03 JCV

2003 Harley Davidson Sportster

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

46,139 mi
Last recorded46,139 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2020
Typical for 2003 Harley Davidson Sportster12,520 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX03 JCV
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2020 46,139 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2018 44,996 miles

Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2017 43,009 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 31 Jul 2015 38,501 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2014 36,166 miles

Chainguard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 1 Aug 2014 36,166 miles

Chainguard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Aug 2012 34,955 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Aug 2011 30,965 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2011 30,605 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 12 Jul 2010 27,177 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 24,651 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 21,560 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 16,191 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 8,347 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson Sportster?

Based on 10,382 MOT tests across 942 vehicles.

86.4%
Pass Rate
392
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
942
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 88
reflector on motorcycle missing 59
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 56
Direction indicator not working 36
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 36
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LX03 JCV is a 2003 Harley Davidson Sportster in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2003 Harley Davidson Sportster models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 12,520 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley Davidson Sportster fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 88 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LX03 JCV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson Sportster typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 23 years old, this Harley Davidson Sportster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LX03 JCV registered?

LX03 JCV is a 2003 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 1 June 2003.

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