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AY03 JFG

2003 Harley-davidson XL53 C

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

25,062 mi
Last recorded25,062 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson XL53 C8,489 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY03 JFG
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL53 C
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 25,062 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2025 24,851 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2023 24,593 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2022 24,173 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 24 Sep 2022 24,173 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Sep 2021 23,454 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 22,627 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 21,565 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 20,631 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 19,448 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 15,902 miles

Front Headlamp damaged but function not impaired Headlight bracket cracked but headlight still SECURE (1.2.3a)

Pass 31 Jul 2015 13,044 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 12,331 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2013 12,000 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 11,495 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2012 11,495 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2011 8,325 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 7,045 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 6,992 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 6,934 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2007 6,918 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

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

Pass 5 Sep 2006 6,712 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL53 C?

Based on 15,043 MOT tests across 1,204 vehicles.

88.6%
Pass Rate
496
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
1,204
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 69
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 69
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 68
reflector on motorcycle missing 53
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 44
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AY03 JFG is a 2003 Harley-davidson XL53 C in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2003 Harley-davidson XL53 C models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 8,489 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 XL53 C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 69 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AY03 JFG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson XL53 C typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Harley-davidson XL53 C is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AY03 JFG registered?

AY03 JFG is a 2003 Harley-davidson XL53 C, first registered on 28 June 2003.

Is AY03 JFG safe to buy?

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