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NK53 OLJ

2003 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

11,769 mi
Last recorded11,769 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 120012,154 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK53 OLJ
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL1200R Sportster 1200
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 11,769 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 10,707 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 10,117 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 10,015 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 9,909 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 9,287 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Jun 2013 8,227 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 8,146 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2011 7,805 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 7,805 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 4,390 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 3,964 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2007 2,787 miles

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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NK53 OLJ is a 2003 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 NK53 OLJ, 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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How do I check the history of NK53 OLJ?

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What year was NK53 OLJ registered?

NK53 OLJ is a 2003 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200, first registered on 6 December 2003.

Is NK53 OLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for NK53 OLJ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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