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LF03 XEY

2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Green Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

11,470 mi
Last recorded11,470 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 8838,349 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF03 XEY
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 11,470 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2025 10,579 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2024 10,444 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2023 9,895 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2022 9,480 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2021 9,249 miles

Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 18 Jul 2020 5,357 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 5,264 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 4,798 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 4,603 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 4,239 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2016 4,239 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 3,931 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 3,418 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 2,927 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 2,629 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 2 Mar 2012 2,629 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Mar 2011 2,342 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 2,138 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2010 2,138 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front Brake pipe union leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Offside indicator slightly loose

Ignition switch slightly loose

Nearside handgrip slightly loose

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Rear Nearside indicator slightly loose

Rear Offside indicator slightly loose

clutch free play needs adjusting

Front brake caliper banjo bolt loose

Pass 22 Dec 2008 1,714 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2008 1,700 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 14 Dec 2007 878 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2006 812 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2005 663 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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LF03 XEY is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Green with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 LF03 XEY, 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 LF03 XEY registered?

LF03 XEY is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 4 July 2003.

Is LF03 XEY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF03 XEY shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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