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FJ53 HTT

2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Red Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

22,062 mi
Last recorded22,062 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 8838,349 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ53 HTT
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 22,062 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2025 21,756 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2024 21,723 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 21,380 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2022 21,080 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 20,847 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2020 20,668 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2019 20,316 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 20,097 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 19,423 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 18,879 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2016 18,846 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2015 18,012 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 17,127 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 15,321 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 12,094 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 10,350 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 4 Jun 2010 9,755 miles
Pass 24 May 2009 8,722 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 7,831 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 6,453 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 6,113 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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FJ53 HTT is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Red with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 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 FJ53 HTT, 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 FJ53 HTT registered?

FJ53 HTT is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 10 September 2003.

Is FJ53 HTT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ53 HTT shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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