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RX53 UWZ

2003 Harley-davidson XL 1200 C Custom Sport

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jul 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

6,073 mi
Last recorded6,073 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
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

RegistrationRX53 UWZ
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 1200 C Custom Sport
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2026 6,073 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 13 Jul 2026 6,073 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Apr 2025 5,917 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 5,866 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 5,380 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 4,499 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 Aug 2020 3,978 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 3,976 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 6,394 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2017 6,394 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2016 6,387 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 6,382 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 6,375 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 6,352 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 8 Sep 2012 6,352 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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 13 Apr 2011 3,937 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 3,935 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 3,827 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 2,844 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 2,623 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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RX53 UWZ is a 2003 Harley-davidson XL 1200 C Custom Sport in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 RX53 UWZ, 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 RX53 UWZ registered?

RX53 UWZ is a 2003 Harley-davidson XL 1200 C Custom Sport, first registered on 9 November 2003.

Is RX53 UWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX53 UWZ shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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