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YJ53 VOH

2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

41,749 mi
Last recorded41,749 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 8838,349 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 41,749 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2025 41,602 miles

Rear rear foot pegs missing rear seat fitted with box at time of test

Pass 7 Mar 2024 41,490 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2023 41,292 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 41,220 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 40,917 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 40,764 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 40,245 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 39,869 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2017 39,869 miles

Drive belt worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 7 Jul 2016 39,036 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 37,758 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2014 36,033 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 34,898 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 32,823 miles
Fail 22 May 2012 32,821 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 14 Apr 2011 28,365 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 25,052 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 20,354 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2007 14,638 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 23 Oct 2007 14,638 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 9,859 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 VOH is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 YJ53 VOH, 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 VOH registered?

YJ53 VOH is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 1 October 2003.

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The MOT history for YJ53 VOH shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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