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WX53 ZCV

2003 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

9,250 mi
Last recorded9,250 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 120012,154 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX53 ZCV
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL1200R Sportster 1200
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 9,250 miles
Fail 28 May 2026 9,250 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 May 2025 8,570 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 May 2024 11,210 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2023 9,677 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 8,814 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 4,395 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 378 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 19,113 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 17,861 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 16,297 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 15,385 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 14,020 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2010 14,020 miles

Rear Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 21 Feb 2009 12,212 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 10,245 miles

rear tyre 2.5mm thread

Fail 22 Feb 2008 10,245 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

rear tyre 2.5mm thread

Pass 31 Mar 2007 9,689 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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WX53 ZCV is a 2003 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WX53 ZCV, 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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What year was WX53 ZCV registered?

WX53 ZCV is a 2003 Harley-davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200, first registered on 28 November 2003.

Is WX53 ZCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WX53 ZCV shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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