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HD53 DAD

2008 Harley Davidson XL1200C

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

13,256 mi
Last recorded13,256 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Harley Davidson XL1200C10,958 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHD53 DAD
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL1200C
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2025 13,256 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2024 13,252 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2021 13,208 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Jun 2019 12,893 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2018 12,728 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2018 12,728 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Mar 2017 12,611 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 11,951 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Dec 2012 7,536 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2011 1,573 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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HD53 DAD is a 2008 Harley Davidson XL1200C in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2008 Harley Davidson XL1200C models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 10,958 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 HD53 DAD, 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 18 years old, this Harley Davidson XL1200C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HD53 DAD registered?

HD53 DAD is a 2008 Harley Davidson XL1200C, first registered on 3 September 2008.

Is HD53 DAD safe to buy?

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