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GX53 LBG

2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

White Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

41,333 mi
Last recorded41,333 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 8838,349 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX53 LBG
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc
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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 41,333 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2025 41,048 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2024 40,348 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2022 40,146 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 39,967 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 39,717 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 39,684 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 37,047 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2018 37,047 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released Front brake light switch needs replacing soon. (1.3.1e)

Pass 24 Mar 2017 34,400 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Mar 2016 31,324 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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 25 Mar 2015 28,864 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2014 25,668 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 19 Mar 2013 23,978 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 19 Mar 2013 23,978 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 21 Mar 2012 20,935 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 17,089 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 12,774 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2008 11,000 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2007 10,010 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 9,649 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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GX53 LBG is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in White with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 GX53 LBG, 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 GX53 LBG registered?

GX53 LBG is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 9 September 2003.

Is GX53 LBG safe to buy?

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