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SF53 OSK

2003 Harley-davidson XL 1200 C Custom Sport

Red Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

8,787 mi
Last recorded8,787 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 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

RegistrationSF53 OSK
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 1200 C Custom Sport
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 8,787 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2025 8,725 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 8,677 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2023 8,651 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2022 8,606 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 8,605 miles
Pass 12 May 2020 8,270 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 8,255 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 8,186 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 8,124 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 8,010 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 7,837 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2014 7,701 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2014 7,701 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 12 Feb 2013 7,680 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 7,287 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 7,268 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 6,768 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 6,101 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2007 5,922 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2006 4,671 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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SF53 OSK is a 2003 Harley-davidson XL 1200 C Custom Sport in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SF53 OSK, 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.

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What year was SF53 OSK registered?

SF53 OSK is a 2003 Harley-davidson XL 1200 C Custom Sport, first registered on 5 November 2003.

Is SF53 OSK safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF53 OSK shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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