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LJ53 HRN

2003 Harley-davidson XL53 C

Silver Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

7,452 mi
Last recorded7,452 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson XL53 C8,489 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ53 HRN
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL53 C
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 7,452 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2024 7,278 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2023 7,169 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2022 7,098 miles

Rear Rear(rear tyresidewalls starting to perish)

Pass 9 Oct 2021 7,017 miles

Rear Rear tyre Sidewalls starting to perish

Pass 19 Sep 2020 6,863 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2019 6,772 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Sep 2018 6,625 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 6,422 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Oct 2016 6,218 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 6,128 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Sep 2014 5,893 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 5,804 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Sep 2012 5,739 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Sep 2011 5,611 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 5,336 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 5,074 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 4,867 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 4,658 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2007 4,638 miles

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)

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 25 Sep 2006 2,132 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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LJ53 HRN is a 2003 Harley-davidson XL53 C in Silver with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LJ53 HRN, 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 LJ53 HRN registered?

LJ53 HRN is a 2003 Harley-davidson XL53 C, first registered on 26 September 2003.

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The MOT history for LJ53 HRN shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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