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FP53 DVG

2003 Harley Davidson XL1200C

Green Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

22,997 mi
Last recorded22,997 miles
Recorded on21 May 2025
Typical for 2003 Harley Davidson XL1200C11,170 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP53 DVG
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL1200C
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2025 22,997 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2024 22,475 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 30 Mar 2024 22,475 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Wheel spindle locking device missing (5.2.1 (d))

Pass 30 Mar 2023 21,395 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 May 2012
Pass 1 Jun 2011 40,798 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 8 Jul 2009
Pass 25 Jul 2008 34,037 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007

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

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 DVG is a 2003 Harley Davidson XL1200C in Green with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 DVG, 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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FP53 DVG is a 2003 Harley Davidson XL1200C, first registered on 27 November 2003.

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