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HY03 HME

2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

White Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

1,212 mi
Last recorded1,212 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 8838,349 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY03 HME
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 1,212 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2025 1,140 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2024 1,054 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 861 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2022 725 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 677 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 622 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 528 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 301 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 230 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 11 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 27,704 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2013 27,704 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 6 Apr 2012 27,378 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 26,741 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 6 Mar 2010 26,740 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2008 22,938 miles

Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 16 Oct 2007 17,680 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 28 Sep 2007 17,166 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

advise + handle bars either slightly bent or incorrectly aligned

Pass 11 Aug 2006 12,593 miles

advise + front and rear pads wearing low

advise + small degree of warp in the front brake disc

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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HY03 HME is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in White with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 HY03 HME, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HY03 HME registered?

HY03 HME is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 7 August 2003.

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