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HD03 KES

2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 Hugger

White Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

1,126 mi
Last recorded1,126 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 Hugger6,844 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHD03 KES
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883 Hugger
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc
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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2025 1,126 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2024 914 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2023 815 miles
Pass 28 May 2022 786 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 784 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2021 764 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Jun 2019 597 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2019 597 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2017 591 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 574 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2016 574 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 27 May 2011 539 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 527 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson Xlh 883 Hugger?

Based on 934 MOT tests across 104 vehicles.

89.5%
Pass Rate
539
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
104
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 8
Direction indicator not working 5
reflector on motorcycle missing 4
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 3
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3
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HD03 KES is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 Hugger in White with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 Hugger models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.9% with a typical mileage of 6,844 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 Hugger fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HD03 KES, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson Xlh 883 Hugger typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 23 years old, this Harley-davidson Xlh 883 Hugger is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HD03 KES registered?

HD03 KES is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 Hugger, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is HD03 KES safe to buy?

The MOT history for HD03 KES shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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