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FJ53 HUY

2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Silver Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

12,787 mi
Last recorded12,787 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 8838,349 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ53 HUY
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 12,787 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 24 Nov 2025 12,787 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Feb 2022 12,782 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Jan 2021 12,782 miles

Central Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm tread (5.2.3 (e))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Jan 2020 12,754 miles

Central Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm tread (5.2.3 (e))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Jan 2019 12,677 miles

Central Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm tread (5.2.3 (e))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Jan 2018 12,641 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2016 12,545 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 12,485 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 12,464 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 12,341 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 8 Sep 2012 12,167 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 13 Sep 2011 11,656 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 9 Sep 2010 11,198 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 14 Sep 2009 9,918 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 16 Sep 2008 8,481 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 6,908 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 4,887 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 HUY is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Silver with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 HUY, 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 HUY registered?

FJ53 HUY is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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The MOT history for FJ53 HUY shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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