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WX53 LEF

2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,396 mi
Last recorded8,396 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 8838,349 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX53 LEF
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 21 Oct 2025 8,396 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2024 9,393 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2023 8,355 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 2 Sep 2022 8,222 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 8,085 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2020 8,058 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2019 7,888 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2018 7,722 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2017 7,297 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 6,903 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))

Pass 26 Jan 2015 6,493 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))

Pass 30 Jan 2014 5,497 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2013 4,566 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2012 3,769 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 2,973 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2007 2,926 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 LEF is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LEF, 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 WX53 LEF registered?

WX53 LEF is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 1 October 2003.

Is WX53 LEF safe to buy?

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