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NK53 OKO

2003 Harley Davidson XL1200S

Orange Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

7,893 mi
Last recorded7,893 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Harley Davidson XL1200S8,541 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK53 OKO
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL1200S
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 7,893 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Apr 2025 7,856 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Sep 2023 7,795 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

front brake limited reserve travel

Pass 9 Sep 2022 7,721 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 7,538 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 7,449 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2020 7,449 miles

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

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected sticking (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Aug 2019 7,368 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2019 7,368 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements incorrect size (0.1 (d))

Pass 5 Sep 2018 7,182 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 6,996 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 6,920 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2016 6,920 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 6 Aug 2015 6,087 miles

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

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

exhaust slightly noise

Fail 6 Aug 2015 6,087 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

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

exhaust slightly noise

Pass 7 Aug 2014 5,698 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 4,030 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 3,771 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2009 3,398 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 1,753 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2007 1,652 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 17 Sep 2007 1,652 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson XL1200S?

Based on 3,846 MOT tests across 340 vehicles.

88.4%
Pass Rate
485
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
340
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 25
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 23
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 18
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 16
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 12
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NK53 OKO is a 2003 Harley Davidson XL1200S in Orange with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 2003 Harley Davidson XL1200S models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.8% with a typical mileage of 8,541 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 XL1200S fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 25 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NK53 OKO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson XL1200S typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 23 years old, this Harley Davidson XL1200S is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was NK53 OKO registered?

NK53 OKO is a 2003 Harley Davidson XL1200S, first registered on 22 November 2003.

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