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LX53 FLL

2003 Harley-davidson XL 1200 C Custom Sport

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

9,398 mi
Last recorded9,398 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 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

RegistrationLX53 FLL
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 1200 C Custom Sport
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2025 9,398 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2024 9,034 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit WEARING UNEVENLY (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 27 Apr 2023 8,623 miles

Both tyres underinflated

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2022 8,041 miles
Pass 21 May 2020 8,037 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 7,365 miles
Fail 11 May 2018 7,365 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

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

Pass 6 Jul 2016 7,112 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2016 7,112 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 28 Apr 2015 7,005 miles

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

Fail 27 Apr 2015 7,005 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

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

Pass 21 Jul 2012 6,352 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Mar 2011 5,422 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

plate over show plate.

Pass 11 Oct 2007 5,360 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 4,913 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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LX53 FLL is a 2003 Harley-davidson XL 1200 C Custom Sport in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LX53 FLL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LX53 FLL registered?

LX53 FLL is a 2003 Harley-davidson XL 1200 C Custom Sport, first registered on 2 October 2003.

Is LX53 FLL safe to buy?

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