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W40 CRU

2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Red Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

4,167 mi
Last recorded4,167 miles
Recorded on21 May 2025
Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 8838,349 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW40 CRU
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Fail 21 May 2025 4,167 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak Front fork seals leaking (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Mar 2021 4,102 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 4,068 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 3,654 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 2,228 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 1,405 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 269 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 17,840 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2012 17,840 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 29 Jul 2011 15,056 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 10,539 miles

front tyre cracked on both side walls

Pass 29 Jul 2009 7,725 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2009 7,710 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 12 Jul 2008 6,498 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 4,160 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 1,739 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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W40 CRU is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Red with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 W40 CRU, 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 W40 CRU registered?

W40 CRU is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 15 July 2003.

Is W40 CRU safe to buy?

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