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MV03 BLZ

2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Red Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

15,088 mi
Last recorded15,088 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 8838,349 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV03 BLZ
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2026 15,088 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2025 15,050 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2023 15,021 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2023 15,021 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Pass 13 Aug 2022 14,998 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 14,961 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 14,930 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2019 14,907 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 14,825 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 14,783 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 14,719 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 14,570 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 13,672 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 6 May 2014 13,672 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 24 May 2013 11,812 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 11,792 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2011 11,581 miles
Fail 25 May 2011 11,581 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 15 May 2010 9,931 miles
Fail 15 May 2010 9,931 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 2 May 2009 9,005 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 8,197 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 7,349 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 6,543 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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MV03 BLZ is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Red with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MV03 BLZ, 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 MV03 BLZ registered?

MV03 BLZ is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 16 April 2003.

Is MV03 BLZ safe to buy?

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