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RX03 CCD

2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 8838,349 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX03 CCD
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 10 Feb 2026

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening insecure rear bar loose (6.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2024

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 17 Dec 2024

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2023

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front no front mudguard fitted

Rear Chain guard missing ()

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

no lights fitted daylight use only

Fail 13 Jul 2023

Rear Chain guard missing ()

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front no front mudguard fitted

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

no lights fitted daylight use only

Pass 29 Apr 2022

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

No Front Mudguard Fitted At Time OF Test

Pass 5 Feb 2021
Pass 23 May 2019
Pass 5 Aug 2017
Pass 11 Jul 2016 4,846 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2016 4,846 miles

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Pass 27 Jul 2015 4,691 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 4,651 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 23 Jul 2013 4,509 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 4,499 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 4,455 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Slight bind front on brake

Fail 3 Aug 2009 4,331 miles

Registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Pass 3 Aug 2009 4,331 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 4,275 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

ignition switch insecure

Fail 7 Aug 2008 4,275 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

ignition switch insecure

Pass 6 Aug 2007 3,961 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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RX03 CCD is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 RX03 CCD, 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 RX03 CCD registered?

RX03 CCD is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 22 April 2003.

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