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WX53 LFM

2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

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

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

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

front brake efficiency just met & brake didn`t lock

Fail 24 Jul 2026

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

front brake efficiency just met & brake didn`t lock

Pass 8 Jun 2024

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2022
Fail 21 Jul 2022

Rear Wheel spindle locking device missing (5.2.1 (d))

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Aug 2021
Fail 14 Aug 2021

Rear Brake pedal insecure (1.1.2 (e) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2019 7,442 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2018 5,456 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2018 5,456 miles

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

Horn missing (1.7.1)

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

Pass 13 Apr 2017 4,368 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 4,354 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2015 4,134 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 3,923 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 3,202 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 1,359 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 1,312 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Sep 2008 1,105 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 873 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 615 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2006 609 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

Nail in rear tyre

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 LFM is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 LFM, 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 LFM registered?

WX53 LFM is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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