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LX53 FLW

2003 Harley-davidson XL53 C

Silver Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

10,363 mi
Last recorded10,363 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson XL53 C8,489 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX53 FLW
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL53 C
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 10,363 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2025 9,501 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Apr 2024 9,366 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Mar 2023 8,832 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Mar 2022 8,482 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

rear number plate slightly reduced in size

Pass 1 Feb 2022 8,480 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

rear number plate slightly reduced in size

Pass 18 Feb 2021 8,129 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 7,940 miles

Offside Rear EXHAUST NOISY

Fail 30 May 2018 7,882 miles

Central Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Central Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear EXHAUST NOISY

Pass 6 May 2017 7,200 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 4,148 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 May 2015 3,756 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2014 3,555 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 3,228 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 3,170 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 3,041 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 3,024 miles
Fail 26 May 2009 3,003 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 15 May 2008 2,978 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 2,880 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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LX53 FLW is a 2003 Harley-davidson XL53 C in Silver with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 LX53 FLW, 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 LX53 FLW registered?

LX53 FLW is a 2003 Harley-davidson XL53 C, first registered on 6 September 2003.

Is LX53 FLW safe to buy?

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