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2003 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster
MOT Status
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21,935 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Exhaust noisy May not be standard (8.1.1 (a))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Exhaust noisy with baffles fitted (8.1.1 (a))
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))
Exhaust noisy with baffles fitted (8.1.1 (a))
Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion left (2.3.3)
Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))
Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)
Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)
Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))
Horn not working (1.7.3a)
Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster?
Based on 6,660 MOT tests across 669 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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HY03 HLK is a 2003 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster in Silver with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.
Across all 2003 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.0% with a typical mileage of 6,646 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 XL883C Sportster fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 37 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HY03 HLK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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HY03 HLK is a 2003 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster, first registered on 15 August 2003.
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