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SF53 KSE

2003 Harley Davidson XL1200S

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,161 mi
Last recorded8,161 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Harley Davidson XL1200S8,541 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF53 KSE
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL1200S
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 15 Aug 2025 8,161 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 8,155 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 6,621 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 11,655 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 11,483 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 11,457 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 11,389 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 11,258 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 11,216 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 10,862 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 10,446 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 9,787 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 7,361 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 4,508 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 2,666 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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SF53 KSE is a 2003 Harley Davidson XL1200S in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SF53 KSE, 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 SF53 KSE registered?

SF53 KSE is a 2003 Harley Davidson XL1200S, first registered on 4 September 2003.

Is SF53 KSE safe to buy?

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