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FP53 DVB

2003 Harley Davidson XL1200C

Silver Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

33,111 mi
Last recorded33,111 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Harley Davidson XL1200C11,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP53 DVB
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL1200C
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 33,111 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2026 33,111 miles

Handlebar retaining device loose (2.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2024 33,005 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2024 33,005 miles

Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 May 2023 32,399 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 31,996 miles
Fail 10 May 2022 31,996 miles

Rear Brake clevis joint insecure (1.1.15 (c))

Pass 11 Aug 2020 30,751 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 3 Aug 2019 29,594 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Aug 2019 29,594 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2018 29,424 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 29,279 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 28,215 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 26,946 miles

rear back rest insecure

Pass 16 Apr 2010 25,205 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 4,665 miles

front fork slight pitted

front tyre low pressure

Pass 9 Nov 2007 18,743 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 11 Nov 2006 15,826 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson XL1200C?

Based on 9,931 MOT tests across 897 vehicles.

89.0%
Pass Rate
438
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
897
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 52
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 49
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 35
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 22
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 22
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FP53 DVB is a 2003 Harley Davidson XL1200C in Silver with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2003 Harley Davidson XL1200C models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 11,170 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 XL1200C fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FP53 DVB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson XL1200C typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 23 years old, this Harley Davidson XL1200C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FP53 DVB registered?

FP53 DVB is a 2003 Harley Davidson XL1200C, first registered on 23 October 2003.

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