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SJ03 HGZ

2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2014
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

16,630 mi
Last recorded16,630 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2013
Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 8838,349 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ03 HGZ
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2013 16,630 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2013 16,630 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 3 Apr 2010 16,572 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 3 Apr 2010 16,572 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 17 Apr 2009 15,296 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2008 15,171 miles

Drive belt worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 5 Jan 2007 11,908 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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SJ03 HGZ is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 SJ03 HGZ, 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 SJ03 HGZ registered?

SJ03 HGZ is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 3 July 2003.

Is SJ03 HGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJ03 HGZ shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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