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X88 LHD

2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

11,171 mi
Last recorded11,171 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 8838,349 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX88 LHD
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 11,171 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2024 10,836 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2023 9,892 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2021 9,176 miles

Front Valve stem slightly misaligned (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 13 May 2019 8,875 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 8,738 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 8,622 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 8,221 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 8,086 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 7,497 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 6,767 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 15 Jun 2013 6,767 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2012 6,628 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 6,399 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 6,210 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 5,765 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2008 5,765 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 2 May 2007 5,455 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 4,260 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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X88 LHD is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 X88 LHD, 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 X88 LHD registered?

X88 LHD is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 15 January 2003.

Is X88 LHD safe to buy?

The MOT history for X88 LHD shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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