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AE53 FLW

2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Red Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

19,267 mi
Last recorded19,267 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 8838,349 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE53 FLW
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2025 19,267 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2024 17,432 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2023 15,990 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Jul 2022 15,631 miles

Nearside Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 3 Jun 2021 13,485 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 2 Jun 2021 13,485 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator likely to become detached indicator loose (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Jun 2020 12,901 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2013 12,825 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 4 Feb 2013 12,825 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 9 Mar 2012 12,652 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 11,871 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 10,548 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 9,220 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 6,235 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 5,846 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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AE53 FLW is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Red with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 AE53 FLW, 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 AE53 FLW registered?

AE53 FLW is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 25 September 2003.

Is AE53 FLW safe to buy?

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