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LJ53 KCE

2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2025
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

12,971 mi
Last recorded12,971 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2024
Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 8838,349 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ53 KCE
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2024 12,971 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022
Pass 2 Mar 2021
Pass 14 Aug 2019 9,641 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 9,551 miles

n/s mirror missing

Fail 21 Apr 2018 9,521 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working not working in l/h lock (1.5.1c)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Throttle operating incorrectly sticking in both locks (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

n/s mirror missing

Pass 9 Aug 2016 7,933 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 4,102 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Jun 2013 427 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 25,730 miles

Rear Rear reflector damaged but function not impaired (1.4.2a)

Pass 27 Mar 2010 25,285 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 24,351 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 23,428 miles

Nearside Front Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Offside Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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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LJ53 KCE is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 LJ53 KCE, 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 LJ53 KCE registered?

LJ53 KCE is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 24 November 2003.

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