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WX53 KYB

2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Blue Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

16,965 mi
Last recorded16,965 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2019
Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 8838,349 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX53 KYB
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2019 16,965 miles

Chain guard missing Belt guard ()

Exhaust noisy Both (8.1.1 (a))

Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2018 16,954 miles

Exhaust noisy Both (7.1.2)

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded Lower frame tubes (6.1.1a)

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey Pipe to silencer joint (7.1.1b)

Fail 23 Apr 2018 16,954 miles

Exhaust noisy Both (7.1.2)

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded Lower frame tubes (6.1.1a)

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey Pipe to silencer joint (7.1.1b)

Pass 14 Mar 2017 16,892 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Aug 2015 16,656 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 14,028 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2013 10,346 miles

front tyre side wall perished

Fail 29 Jul 2013 10,344 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

front tyre sidewall slightly perished

Pass 10 Jul 2012 7,772 miles

rear exhaust end cans replaced

rear number plate replaced with larger plate

Fail 10 Jul 2012 7,772 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 15 Jul 2011 4,398 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 4,193 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2010 4,193 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)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

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

Pass 25 Jul 2009 2,799 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 2,029 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 1,685 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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WX53 KYB is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Blue with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 WX53 KYB, 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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WX53 KYB is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 8 September 2003.

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