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BX53 RLZ

2003 Harley-davidson XL53 C

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

8,214 mi
Last recorded8,214 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson XL53 C8,489 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX53 RLZ
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL53 C
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2026 8,214 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2025 4,263 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2024 150 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2024 150 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Nov 2022 14,210 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Dec 2021 12,661 miles

Offside Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Sep 2020 37,418 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2020 37,418 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 19 Mar 2019 10,963 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 9,436 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 7,321 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 5,446 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 5,067 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Feb 2014 4,176 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 3,598 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 3,049 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 2,778 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 2,650 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 2,476 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2007 2,336 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 22 Oct 2007 2,336 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 2,114 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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BX53 RLZ 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 BX53 RLZ, 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 BX53 RLZ registered?

BX53 RLZ is a 2003 Harley-davidson XL53 C, first registered on 17 October 2003.

Is BX53 RLZ safe to buy?

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