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YN53 RVZ

2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

24,539 mi
Last recorded24,539 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 8838,349 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN53 RVZ
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 24,539 miles

Aftermarket exhaust fitted, Baffled at time of test

Headlamp light intensity reduced Due to headlight grill fitted (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 29 Apr 2025 23,928 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2024 22,727 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2023 22,666 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2022 22,290 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 21,908 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 21,765 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 21,684 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 21,575 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2018 21,570 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Mar 2017 20,768 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 20,380 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 17 Sep 2010 18,893 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 16,352 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 14,354 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 11,144 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2006 6,839 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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YN53 RVZ is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 YN53 RVZ, 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 YN53 RVZ registered?

YN53 RVZ is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 3 October 2003.

Is YN53 RVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YN53 RVZ shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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