2003 Harley-davidson Xl1200r MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Xl1200r models manufactured in 2003, based on 95 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
2003 Harley-davidson Xl1200r MOT Analysis
The 2003 Harley-davidson Xl1200r has an MOT pass rate of 88.4% based on 95 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 14,166 miles on the odometer. With a 11.6% failure rate, the 2003 Xl1200r is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2003 Harley-davidson Xl1200r is Motorcycle steering, responsible for 1.1% of failures. Steering failures include excessive play in the steering wheel, leaking power steering fluid, worn track rod ends, and damaged steering rack. These affect vehicle control and are closely related to suspension wear. Typical repair costs range from £150–600.
Top failures specific to 2003 models only. The overall Xl1200r page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Steering | 1.1% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 14,166 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle steering | 0.74 | 1.1% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 2003 Harley-davidson Xl1200r has an MOT pass rate of 88.4% based on 95 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 14,166 miles on the odometer. With a 11.6% failure rate, the 2003 Xl1200r is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2003 Harley-davidson Xl1200r, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to motorcycle steering: Check for excessive steering wheel play (more than a few inches of free movement). Listen for whining from the power steering pump. Look for fluid leaks under the car near the front wheels. With relatively low average mileage of 14,166 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.
Motorcycle steering — 1.1% of failures
Motorcycle steering issues account for 1.1% of MOT failures on 2003 Harley-davidson Xl1200r models. Steering failures include excessive play in the steering wheel, leaking power steering fluid, worn track rod ends, and damaged steering rack. These affect vehicle control and are closely related to suspension wear. Typical repair costs: £150–600. Pre-MOT check: Check for excessive steering wheel play (more than a few inches of free movement). Listen for whining from the power steering pump. Look for fluid leaks under the car near the front wheels.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.