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LJ53 YST

2003 Harley-davidson Vrsca V-rod

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

18,411 mi
Last recorded18,411 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson Vrsca V-rod5,084 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ53 YST
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelVrsca V-rod
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc
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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 18,411 miles

Front tyre perishing

Rear tyre perishing

Fail 11 Sep 2025 18,411 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre fouling another component (5.2.3 (f))

Front tyre perishing

Rear tyre perishing

Pass 17 Sep 2024 18,404 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort v-close to limit (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 13 Sep 2023 18,398 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 14 Sep 2022 18,364 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort v-close to limit (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 15 Sep 2021 18,212 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 18 Sep 2020 18,000 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 11 Sep 2020 17,996 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 13 Sep 2019 17,581 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit getting close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

slight oil leak

Pass 14 Sep 2018 17,158 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 16,666 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 15 Sep 2016 16,090 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 15,492 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 14,784 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 13,825 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 13,075 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2011 11,855 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 10,579 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 9,356 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 7,510 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 6,201 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson Vrsca V-rod?

Based on 1,045 MOT tests across 176 vehicles.

89.8%
Pass Rate
290
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
176
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 16
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 6
Registration plate incorrect 6
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 3
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 3
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LJ53 YST is a 2003 Harley-davidson Vrsca V-rod in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 2003 Harley-davidson Vrsca V-rod models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 5,084 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley-davidson Vrsca V-rod fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ53 YST, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson Vrsca V-rod typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Harley-davidson Vrsca V-rod is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LJ53 YST registered?

LJ53 YST is a 2003 Harley-davidson Vrsca V-rod, first registered on 24 October 2003.

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