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EY03 FML

2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

15,698 mi
Last recorded15,698 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 8838,349 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY03 FML
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 15,698 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2025 15,698 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 28 Nov 2024 15,096 miles

Side stand mounting insecure.

Pass 16 Nov 2023 14,791 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 7 Nov 2022 14,517 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2022 14,517 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Nov 2021 13,915 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 13,576 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2019 12,917 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2018 12,077 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 3 Nov 2017 11,296 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 10,691 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 31 Oct 2015 10,066 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2014 9,212 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 25 Oct 2013 8,522 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 7,158 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Oct 2011 6,059 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Oct 2010 4,388 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Jul 2006 3,088 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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EY03 FML is a 2003 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 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 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 EY03 FML, 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 EY03 FML registered?

EY03 FML is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 1 August 2003.

Is EY03 FML safe to buy?

The MOT history for EY03 FML 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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