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AD53 ECC

2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

12,846 mi
Last recorded12,846 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 8838,349 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD53 ECC
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2026 12,846 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Apr 2025 11,523 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Apr 2024 10,780 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2024 10,757 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Oct 2022 8,129 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 6,759 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2020 6,307 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2020 6,009 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 5,003 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 4,545 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 3,921 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 3,831 miles

Front 3.5mm Dunlop 100/90/19.

Rear 5mm Dunlop 150/80/16

Pass 9 Apr 2010 3,713 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 3,336 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2007 3,140 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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AD53 ECC is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 AD53 ECC, 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 AD53 ECC registered?

AD53 ECC is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 11 December 2003.

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