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WM53 KYA

2003 Harley-davidson Fxst Softail Standard

Black Petrol 1450cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2025
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

35,555 mi
Last recorded35,555 miles
Recorded on10 May 2024
Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson Fxst Softail Standard14,195 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM53 KYA
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelFxst Softail Standard
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,450cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 May 2024 35,555 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2023 35,552 miles
Pass 7 May 2020 35,387 miles

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 7 May 2020 35,387 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 20 Apr 2019 35,213 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 34,844 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 34,422 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Pass 30 Apr 2016 31,753 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 May 2015 28,077 miles
Fail 5 May 2015 28,077 miles

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 3 May 2014 24,054 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 21,190 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 17,805 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Apr 2012 17,805 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2011 13,337 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2011 13,337 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 24 Apr 2010 10,149 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 7,375 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2009 7,375 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 3 Sep 2007 4,896 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 4,156 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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WM53 KYA is a 2003 Harley-davidson Fxst Softail Standard in Black with a 1,450cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WM53 KYA, 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 WM53 KYA registered?

WM53 KYA is a 2003 Harley-davidson Fxst Softail Standard, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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The MOT history for WM53 KYA shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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