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OY53 SZR

2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

4,516 mi
Last recorded4,516 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 8838,349 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY53 SZR
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 4,516 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2025 4,504 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2024 4,462 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 4,405 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 4,286 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2021 4,148 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 3,979 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 3,709 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 3,389 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 3,116 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 3,006 miles
Fail 4 May 2016 3,006 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 26 Jun 2014 2,541 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 22 Jul 2011 2,042 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 1,732 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 1,044 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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OY53 SZR is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 OY53 SZR, 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 OY53 SZR registered?

OY53 SZR is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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