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SF53 OSC

2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

17,315 mi
Last recorded17,315 miles
Recorded on25 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 8838,349 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF53 OSC
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 May 2026 17,315 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2025 16,668 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 15,672 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 14,841 miles
Pass 3 May 2022 10,659 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

For daylight use only

Pass 6 May 2021 10,125 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 9,606 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 9,361 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2010 9,074 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2010 9,052 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

items not tested due to vehicle not starting

Pass 11 Apr 2009 7,559 miles

both tyres very low f8psi r12psi. now at f30 32r *check owners manual*

Pass 10 Nov 2007 6,666 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2006 4,520 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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SF53 OSC is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 SF53 OSC, 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 SF53 OSC registered?

SF53 OSC is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 5 November 2003.

Is SF53 OSC safe to buy?

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