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S33 BUF

2003 Harley-davidson XL53 C

Silver Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

6,367 mi
Last recorded6,367 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson XL53 C8,489 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS33 BUF
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL53 C
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 6,367 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Mar 2026 6,367 miles

Front Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

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

Rear Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 9 May 2024 6,317 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 6,305 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2021 6,274 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 6,196 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 6,180 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2019 6,180 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 24 Mar 2018 6,166 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2016 6,164 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 5,947 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 5,861 miles

oil pressurs switch leaking

Pass 5 Mar 2013 5,619 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 5,563 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 5,383 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 5,010 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 4,869 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 4,244 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2006 3,522 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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S33 BUF is a 2003 Harley-davidson XL53 C in Silver 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 XL53 C models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 8,489 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 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 S33 BUF, 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.

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What year was S33 BUF registered?

S33 BUF is a 2003 Harley-davidson XL53 C, first registered on 5 August 2003.

Is S33 BUF safe to buy?

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