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AD53 ECX

2004 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

8,930 mi
Last recorded8,930 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Harley-davidson Xlh 8839,794 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD53 ECX
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 8,930 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Nov 2024 8,554 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Jun 2023 8,239 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2020 8,234 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Apr 2019 8,015 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 7,847 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 May 2017 7,633 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 May 2016 7,513 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 12 May 2016 7,513 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 22 Apr 2015 6,960 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 6,495 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 5,895 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 5,735 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 3,780 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 3,023 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 3,012 miles
Fail 13 May 2009 3,004 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 27 May 2008 2,895 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 2,544 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson Xlh 883?

Based on 47,203 MOT tests across 3,976 vehicles.

88.8%
Pass Rate
432
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
3,976
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 217
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 169
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 150
reflector on motorcycle missing 145
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 135
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AD53 ECX is a 2004 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2004 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.6% with a typical mileage of 9,794 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 Xlh 883 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 217 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AD53 ECX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson Xlh 883 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 22 years old, this Harley-davidson Xlh 883 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AD53 ECX registered?

AD53 ECX is a 2004 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 21 February 2004.

Is AD53 ECX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD53 ECX shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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