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SE03 TAY

2003 Harley-davidson XL 1200 C Custom Sport

Silver Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2023
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

29,806 mi
Last recorded29,806 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2022
Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson XL 1200 C Custom Sport8,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSE03 TAY
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 1200 C Custom Sport
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2022 29,806 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 14 Jun 2021 29,774 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2020 29,603 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2018 29,222 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2018 29,209 miles

Rear Wheel fixing loose (multiple fixings) (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel spindle or securing nut(s) so insecure that wheel security or steering control is adversely affected (5.2.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Jun 2017 27,501 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 14 Jun 2017 27,483 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 31 Jan 2017 27,473 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2016 25,906 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2016 25,906 miles

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 3 Feb 2015 25,309 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 23,653 miles

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

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

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

Fail 30 Jan 2014 23,653 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 2 Feb 2013 20,951 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 19,021 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 16,384 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2010 15,805 miles

Centre Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 22 Feb 2010 15,805 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 13,581 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2009 13,581 miles

Centre Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 11 Feb 2008 10,256 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 6,118 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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SE03 TAY is a 2003 Harley-davidson XL 1200 C Custom Sport in Silver with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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

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 SE03 TAY, 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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SE03 TAY is a 2003 Harley-davidson XL 1200 C Custom Sport, first registered on 24 July 2003.

Is SE03 TAY safe to buy?

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