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YJ53 VOO

2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

5,805 mi
Last recorded5,805 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 8838,349 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2025 5,805 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2025 5,804 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jun 2024 5,436 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2024 5,434 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect Kick up is to right (Should be to left) (4.1.2 (c))

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 13 Jan 2023 5,362 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2022 3,316 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 3,274 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 3,179 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 3,154 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 3,127 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 3,124 miles
Fail 3 May 2012 2,930 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 3 May 2012 2,930 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 29 Apr 2011 2,885 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 2,770 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 2,767 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 2,276 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 2,012 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 VOO is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 VOO, 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 VOO registered?

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

Is YJ53 VOO safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJ53 VOO shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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