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YJ03 YAV

2003 Harley Davidson 883

Grey Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jan 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

19,248 mi
Last recorded19,248 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Harley Davidson 88314,524 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ03 YAV
MakeHarley Davidson
Model883
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 19,248 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2025 18,337 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2023
Pass 2 Sep 2022 780 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 571 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2020 571 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 501 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 474 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 46 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015
Pass 4 Aug 2014 17,358 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2013 17,236 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2013 17,219 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 25 Sep 2012 14,599 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 14,179 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front tyre has service cracks on side wall

Offside Front Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Fail 28 Sep 2011 14,179 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front tyre has service cracks on side wall

Offside Front Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 20 Sep 2010 13,963 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

The Front Tyre has service cracks

Fail 20 Sep 2010 13,963 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

The Front Tyre has service cracks

Pass 20 Jun 2009 13,745 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 16 May 2008 11,965 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 8,927 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 5,139 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2006 50,125 miles

Offside Rear Drive belt excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson 883?

Based on 2,024 MOT tests across 247 vehicles.

86.4%
Pass Rate
410
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
247
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 12
reflector on motorcycle missing 10
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 7
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 7
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 6
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YJ03 YAV is a 2003 Harley Davidson 883 in Grey with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 2003 Harley Davidson 883 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 14,524 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 883 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 12 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YJ03 YAV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson 883 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 23 years old, this Harley Davidson 883 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was YJ03 YAV registered?

YJ03 YAV is a 2003 Harley Davidson 883, first registered on 1 June 2003.

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