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WX03 UJR

2003 Harley-davidson XL 883R

Orange Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

16,477 mi
Last recorded16,477 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson XL 883R9,196 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX03 UJR
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 883R
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc
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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2025 16,477 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 16,440 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2023 16,366 miles

Nearside Front Footrest slightly loose rubber grip split and loose (6.2.12 (a))

Fail 6 Apr 2023 16,366 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements white, grey or silver characters on a black background - only permitted on motorcycles manufactured before 1 January 1980 (0.1 (d))

Headlamp lens slightly defective has a moustache sticker on but not adversely affecting beam image (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Footrest slightly loose rubber grip split and loose (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 17 Jun 2022 15,031 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 12,834 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 10,317 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 10,074 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 8,176 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 6,944 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 5,486 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 4,363 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 2,473 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 2,149 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2009 2,149 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 Aug 2007 1,843 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL 883R?

Based on 8,323 MOT tests across 736 vehicles.

89.6%
Pass Rate
470
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
736
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 31
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 27
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 25
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 22
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 20
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WX03 UJR is a 2003 Harley-davidson XL 883R in Orange with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2003 Harley-davidson XL 883R models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 9,196 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 XL 883R fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 31 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WX03 UJR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson XL 883R typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Harley-davidson XL 883R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WX03 UJR registered?

WX03 UJR is a 2003 Harley-davidson XL 883R, first registered on 12 April 2003.

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