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AE03 BPX

2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2024
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

27,012 mi
Last recorded27,012 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2023
Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 8838,349 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE03 BPX
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2023 27,012 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 25,536 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 22,463 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Jul 2020 21,402 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 20,427 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 18,784 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 17,900 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 17,135 miles
Fail 5 May 2016 17,125 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Registration plate non-relective border too close to the characters (6.3.4h)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre is cracking (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 2 May 2015 16,548 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 13,115 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2013 12,707 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 10,976 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2012 96 miles

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 12 Mar 2011 8,899 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2011 8,899 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 29 Apr 2010 8,621 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2009 8,271 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 7,715 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 6,585 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 5,008 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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AE03 BPX is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 AE03 BPX, 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 AE03 BPX registered?

AE03 BPX is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 11 March 2003.

Is AE03 BPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE03 BPX shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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