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HY03 HLK

2003 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster

Silver Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

21,935 mi
Last recorded21,935 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster6,646 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY03 HLK
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL883C Sportster
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 21,935 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2025 21,289 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2024 20,949 miles

Exhaust noisy May not be standard (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Mar 2023 20,358 miles

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))

Pass 12 Mar 2022 20,141 miles

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))

Pass 20 Mar 2021 19,510 miles

Exhaust noisy with baffles fitted (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 20 Mar 2021 19,510 miles

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))

Pass 23 Mar 2020 18,511 miles

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))

Pass 23 Mar 2019 17,264 miles

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))

Pass 14 Mar 2018 15,150 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2017 14,845 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion left (2.3.3)

Pass 29 Mar 2016 14,726 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 13,963 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2014 12,330 miles

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)

Pass 24 Feb 2014 12,330 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 22 Mar 2013 11,800 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 10,995 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 7,462 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 5,782 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2009 5,782 miles

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))

Pass 30 May 2008 5,435 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 8 Mar 2007 4,818 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster?

Based on 6,660 MOT tests across 669 vehicles.

88.8%
Pass Rate
514
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
669
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 37
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 34
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 30
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 24
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 19
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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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