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EU53 OEJ

2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Red Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

16,395 mi
Last recorded16,395 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 8838,349 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU53 OEJ
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 16,395 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2025 16,373 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2024 16,285 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2023 16,262 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 16,149 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 15,837 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 15,800 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 15,549 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2018 15,424 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Nov 2016 15,285 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2015 14,957 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 14,864 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 14,638 miles

Brake component is slightly distorted (3.1.5)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Oct 2012 14,499 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 10 Oct 2011 14,228 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Oct 2010 14,085 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2010 14,085 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2009 14,004 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 13,821 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 11,982 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 9,673 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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EU53 OEJ is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Red with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.8% with a typical mileage of 8,349 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 EU53 OEJ, 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 23 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 EU53 OEJ registered?

EU53 OEJ is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 13 October 2003.

Is EU53 OEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU53 OEJ shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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