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HX03 MPE

2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2025
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 8838,349 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX03 MPE
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 May 2024

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Apr 2023 15,725 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 Aug 2022 15,496 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 8 Aug 2022 15,496 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2021 14,875 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Apr 2019 14,380 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2019 14,380 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre fouling another component (5.2.3 (f))

Pass 29 May 2018 14,241 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 13,892 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 12,253 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 11,975 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 12 Feb 2013 10,818 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Mar 2012 8,210 miles

Headlight aim flicks to offside - taped headlight to adjust beam pattern

Fail 22 Feb 2012 8,210 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 12 Aug 2011 8,086 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 7,086 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 5,878 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2008 4,439 miles

Headlamp Beam Pattern - confirmed by Harley Davison Dealership to be correct

Fail 16 Aug 2008 4,439 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 5 Apr 2007 2,327 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 2,170 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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HX03 MPE is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 HX03 MPE, 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 HX03 MPE registered?

HX03 MPE is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 9 April 2003.

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