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GN03 WKU

2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Red Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

33,403 mi
Last recorded33,403 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 8838,349 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN03 WKU
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2025 33,403 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 33,310 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Aug 2021 33,119 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 32,972 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Fail 29 May 2020 32,972 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Oct 2018 32,771 miles

Front Inner Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 27 Oct 2017 32,490 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 13 May 2016 32,044 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 11 May 2015 31,242 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 30,344 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 29,934 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 28,890 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Fail 29 Mar 2012 28,890 miles

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

Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 26 Mar 2011 26,419 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 23,125 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2008 19,852 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2008 19,840 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 20 Jul 2007 12,596 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 7,344 miles

nearside drivers footrest rubber split

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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GN03 WKU is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Red with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 GN03 WKU, 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 GN03 WKU registered?

GN03 WKU is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 22 April 2003.

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