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HX53 VKC

2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

4,203 mi
Last recorded4,203 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2022
Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 8838,349 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX53 VKC
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2022 4,203 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2022 4,203 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2021 4,178 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 4,088 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Apr 2018 3,204 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 2,945 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Jun 2015 2,718 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 2,428 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Feb 2013 2,074 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 1,838 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 1,382 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 1,350 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2009 1,350 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 May 2008 1,279 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 1,190 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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HX53 VKC is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 HX53 VKC, 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 HX53 VKC registered?

HX53 VKC is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 21 November 2003.

Is HX53 VKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for HX53 VKC shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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