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OK03 ELF

2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

White Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

13,812 mi
Last recorded13,812 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 8838,349 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOK03 ELF
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 13,812 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Oct 2024 13,170 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2023 12,523 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2022 11,984 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 11,531 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2021 11,531 miles

Nearside Rear Stub axle has excessive vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam such that it is likely to become insecure (5.1.2 (c) (ii))

Pass 16 Sep 2020 11,256 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 9,921 miles

change o/ring fuel/cap

front brake/pads low

Pass 11 May 2018 8,727 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 7,679 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 7,335 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 7,250 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 7,231 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 6,606 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 5,514 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 4,444 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2008 4,441 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 25 Jan 2007 3,544 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 3,358 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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OK03 ELF is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in White with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 OK03 ELF, 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 OK03 ELF registered?

OK03 ELF is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 5 July 2003.

Is OK03 ELF safe to buy?

The MOT history for OK03 ELF shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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