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MV03 BLX

2003 Harley-davidson XL53 C

Silver Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

36,901 mi
Last recorded36,901 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson XL53 C8,489 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV03 BLX
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL53 C
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 36,901 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2025 36,842 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2024 35,668 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 34,413 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2022 32,899 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 31,879 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2021 31,879 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Jun 2019 29,558 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 27,643 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 25,841 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 24,141 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 22,401 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 20,571 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 19,140 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 17,788 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 15,663 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 14,495 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 14,435 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2007 14,166 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 14,033 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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MV03 BLX 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 95%.

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 MV03 BLX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MV03 BLX registered?

MV03 BLX is a 2003 Harley-davidson XL53 C, first registered on 25 April 2003.

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