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WM03 AOG

2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Red Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 8838,349 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM03 AOG
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2025

Day time test

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 23 Mar 2024

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

this motorcycle can only be used during daylight hours and not at times of seriously reduced visibility

Fail 23 Mar 2024

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

this motorcycle can only be used during daylight hours and not at times of seriously reduced visibility

Pass 22 Jun 2022

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

this vehicle can only be used during daylight hours and not at times of reduced visibility

Fail 18 Jun 2022

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

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))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected throttle cable move and affects front brake being applied properly (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

this vehicle can only be used during daylight hours and not at times of reduced visibility

Pass 24 Apr 2021

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

day time

Pass 14 Sep 2019

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 8 Mar 2019

All direction indicators missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Stop lamp not working stopswitch (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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

Drive chain excessively tight, so that it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (k) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected loose (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))

handlebars not deemed to be safe for use on the highway (shape)

Pass 15 Sep 2017 44,432 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 16,240 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 2,809 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 2,794 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 2,761 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 2,435 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 2,334 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 2,231 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 2,090 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 2,064 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 1,943 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 1,868 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2006 1,868 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

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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WM03 AOG is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Red with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 WM03 AOG, 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 WM03 AOG registered?

WM03 AOG is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 10 July 2003.

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