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LF03 YYW

2003 Harley-davidson XL53 C

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

1,828 mi
Last recorded1,828 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2014
Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson XL53 C8,489 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF03 YYW
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL53 C
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2014 1,828 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2014 1,828 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 16 Aug 2013 1,768 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 1,754 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2010 1,650 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2010 1,650 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 28 Aug 2009 1,591 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2008 711 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 5 Sep 2008 711 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2007 560 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 537 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL53 C?

Based on 15,043 MOT tests across 1,204 vehicles.

88.6%
Pass Rate
496
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
1,204
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 69
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 69
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 68
reflector on motorcycle missing 53
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 44
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LF03 YYW is a 2003 Harley-davidson XL53 C in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2003 Harley-davidson XL53 C models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 8,489 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 XL53 C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 69 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LF03 YYW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson XL53 C typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Harley-davidson XL53 C is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LF03 YYW registered?

LF03 YYW is a 2003 Harley-davidson XL53 C, first registered on 28 August 2003.

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The MOT history for LF03 YYW shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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