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YJ53 RHF

2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

32,828 mi
Last recorded32,828 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 8838,349 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ53 RHF
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 32,828 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 20 May 2025 32,603 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jun 2024 32,493 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2022 32,104 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2021 30,983 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 11 Sep 2021 30,960 miles

Central Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 Aug 2020 28,371 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 28,098 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 27,651 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 26,970 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 26,097 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 25,396 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 24,408 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 23,816 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 23,544 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 22,015 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2009 20,754 miles

Rear Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 13 Aug 2009 20,754 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 19,608 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 16,956 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2006 11,922 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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YJ53 RHF 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 90.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YJ53 RHF, 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 YJ53 RHF registered?

YJ53 RHF is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is YJ53 RHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJ53 RHF shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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