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LJ03 ZXL

2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Grey Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

3,128 mi
Last recorded3,128 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 8838,349 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ03 ZXL
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 3,128 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2024 322 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 87 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 29,200 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 28,980 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 28,280 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 28,015 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 26,900 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 24,635 miles

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 28 Apr 2016 21,952 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 19,527 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 19,407 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 8,033 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2013 8,033 miles

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Fail 28 Jan 2012 8,033 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 28 Jan 2012 8,033 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2010 7,190 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2009 5,869 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 5,880 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2007 5,875 miles

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

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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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LJ03 ZXL is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Grey with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 LJ03 ZXL, 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 LJ03 ZXL registered?

LJ03 ZXL is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 11 April 2003.

Is LJ03 ZXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ03 ZXL shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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