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VX53 EYH

2003 Harley-davidson Fxst Softail Standard

Black Petrol 1450cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

36,015 mi
Last recorded36,015 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson Fxst Softail Standard14,195 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX53 EYH
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelFxst Softail Standard
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,450cc
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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2025 36,015 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2024 35,659 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 35,652 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2021 35,625 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 34,409 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 1 May 2019 34,409 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))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 29,664 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 25,989 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 23,649 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 21,352 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2014 17,577 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 16,203 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2009 15,370 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 14,708 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 10,430 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2006 7,948 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson Fxst Softail Standard?

Based on 2,652 MOT tests across 210 vehicles.

90.2%
Pass Rate
714
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
210
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 18
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 16
reflector on motorcycle missing 15
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 11
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 9
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VX53 EYH is a 2003 Harley-davidson Fxst Softail Standard in Black with a 1,450cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2003 Harley-davidson Fxst Softail Standard models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 14,195 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley-davidson Fxst Softail Standard fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 18 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VX53 EYH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson Fxst Softail Standard typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Harley-davidson Fxst Softail Standard is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VX53 EYH registered?

VX53 EYH is a 2003 Harley-davidson Fxst Softail Standard, first registered on 4 September 2003.

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The MOT history for VX53 EYH shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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