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WX53 WLA

2003 Harley-davidson Fxst Softail Standard

Black Petrol 1450cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2026
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,120 mi
Last recorded29,120 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson Fxst Softail Standard14,195 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX53 WLA
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelFxst Softail Standard
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,450cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 23 Jul 2025 29,120 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2025 27,777 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2024 24,645 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2023 24,609 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2022 24,093 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 23,979 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2020 23,813 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 22,745 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 20 Oct 2018 22,501 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2017 20,910 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2016 19,753 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 19,302 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 18,478 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2013 16,781 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 15,400 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 14,529 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 12,948 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 11,350 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 10,802 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2007 10,153 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 7,080 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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WX53 WLA 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 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 WX53 WLA, 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 WX53 WLA registered?

WX53 WLA is a 2003 Harley-davidson Fxst Softail Standard, first registered on 7 November 2003.

Is WX53 WLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for WX53 WLA shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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