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YN53 VSU

2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

10,703 mi
Last recorded10,703 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 8838,349 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 10,703 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Jan 2025 10,548 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Feb 2023 10,446 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Jan 2022 10,352 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2021 10,141 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Jan 2020 9,806 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 May 2019 9,795 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 9,772 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 9,771 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 9,768 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear pads worn more than 50%

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 8 May 2015 8,051 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 8,025 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 8,005 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 7,950 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 7,809 miles
Fail 22 May 2010 7,797 miles

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 2 May 2009 7,726 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 7,452 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2007 7,214 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 VSU is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 VSU, 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 VSU registered?

YN53 VSU is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 1 December 2003.

Is YN53 VSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YN53 VSU shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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