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LK53 CSX

2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

48,288 mi
Last recorded48,288 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 8838,349 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK53 CSX
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2026 48,288 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2025 47,858 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2024 47,381 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2023 46,541 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2022 46,184 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Aug 2021 45,496 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 44,720 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2020 44,720 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Aug 2019 43,647 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2019 43,647 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Aug 2018 42,873 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 42,024 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 40,975 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 40,130 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 39,633 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 28,421 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 28,013 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 26,916 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 25,798 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 24,921 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 23,605 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 22,658 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 14,720 miles

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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LK53 CSX is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 LK53 CSX, 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 LK53 CSX registered?

LK53 CSX is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is LK53 CSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LK53 CSX shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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