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WX53 WMZ

2003 Harley-davidson XL53 C

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

32,922 mi
Last recorded32,922 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson XL53 C8,489 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX53 WMZ
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL53 C
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2025 32,922 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2024 32,530 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2024 32,516 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Jun 2023 31,488 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 30,565 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 29,924 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Oct 2019 28,964 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 28,702 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 4 May 2017 25,686 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 24,935 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 37,977 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 20,204 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 19,307 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 18,792 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2011 18,047 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 17,766 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 16,822 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

throttle slow to return on full lock

Fail 7 Apr 2009 16,822 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)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

throttle slow to return on full lock

Fail 31 Mar 2008 14,974 miles

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

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

front head bearing knotchy [slight] front wheel raised

Pass 31 Mar 2008 14,974 miles

front head bearing knotchy [slight] front wheel raised

Pass 9 Feb 2007 13,040 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL53 C?

Based on 15,043 MOT tests across 1,204 vehicles.

88.6%
Pass Rate
496
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
1,204
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 69
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 69
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 68
reflector on motorcycle missing 53
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 44
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WX53 WMZ is a 2003 Harley-davidson XL53 C in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2003 Harley-davidson XL53 C models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 8,489 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 XL53 C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 69 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WX53 WMZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson XL53 C typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Harley-davidson XL53 C is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WX53 WMZ registered?

WX53 WMZ is a 2003 Harley-davidson XL53 C, first registered on 1 November 2003.

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