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HD53 XHD

2003 Harley-davidson XL53 C

Silver Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

10,293 mi
Last recorded10,293 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson XL53 C8,489 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHD53 XHD
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL53 C
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 10,293 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2025 10,273 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 9,947 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 8,792 miles

Front tyre wearing low.

Pass 7 Jul 2010 5,409 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2009 3,352 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 2 Jul 2009 3,352 miles

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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HD53 XHD is a 2003 Harley-davidson XL53 C in Silver with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HD53 XHD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HD53 XHD?

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What year was HD53 XHD registered?

HD53 XHD is a 2003 Harley-davidson XL53 C, first registered on 13 November 2003.

Is HD53 XHD safe to buy?

The MOT history for HD53 XHD shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HD53 XHD have outstanding finance?

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