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HD03 XLC

2003 Harley-davidson XL53 C

Silver Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

8,659 mi
Last recorded8,659 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson XL53 C8,489 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHD03 XLC
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL53 C
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 8,659 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2024 8,369 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 8,244 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 8,045 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2020 7,967 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2018 7,661 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 7,535 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 7,236 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 6,964 miles

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

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

Pass 7 May 2011 6,863 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2010 6,209 miles
Fail 3 May 2008 5,493 miles

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 3 May 2008 5,493 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2007 5,167 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2006 3,966 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL53 C?

Based on 15,043 MOT tests across 1,204 vehicles.

88.6%
Pass Rate
496
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
1,204
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 69
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 69
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 68
reflector on motorcycle missing 53
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 44
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HD03 XLC is a 2003 Harley-davidson XL53 C in Silver with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2003 Harley-davidson XL53 C models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 8,489 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley-davidson XL53 C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 69 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HD03 XLC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson XL53 C typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Harley-davidson XL53 C is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HD03 XLC registered?

HD03 XLC is a 2003 Harley-davidson XL53 C, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is HD03 XLC safe to buy?

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