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GX03 HVV

2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

22,493 mi
Last recorded22,493 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2023
Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 8838,349 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX03 HVV
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc
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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2023 22,493 miles

Central Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Lower Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front TYRE STARTING TO PERRISH

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

Front Upper Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside HANDLEBAR GRIP TORN

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2020 22,345 miles

Central Front Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Nearside Front Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

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

Pass 20 Nov 2019 22,046 miles

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

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

Front Lower Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Front Upper Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2018 21,593 miles

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

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

Front Lower Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2017 21,132 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2016 20,828 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 17,532 miles

Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 5 Nov 2015 17,532 miles

Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Offside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 13 Nov 2014 14,959 miles

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

Fail 8 Nov 2014 14,956 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Fail 8 Nov 2013 12,139 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 8 Nov 2013 12,139 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 9,571 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 7,723 miles

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

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

Fail 27 May 2011 7,623 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

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

Pass 29 May 2010 4,540 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2009 2,277 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 1,715 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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GX03 HVV is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 GX03 HVV, 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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GX03 HVV is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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