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AY03 FKF

2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

15,603 mi
Last recorded15,603 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 8838,349 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY03 FKF
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2025 15,603 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 14,517 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 13,536 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 19 Apr 2022 12,832 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2021 11,846 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 10,453 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2019 10,453 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 21 Jun 2018 9,475 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2018 9,475 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 4 Jul 2017 9,051 miles

Front and rear tyres perishing/cracking.

Pass 26 Apr 2016 8,721 miles

both tyres have slight cracking on sidewalls

Fail 26 Apr 2016 8,721 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

both tyres have slight cracking on sidewalls

Pass 5 Aug 2014 8,605 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 8,259 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 7,173 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 5,268 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 2,228 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2008 2,196 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 1,968 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 1,960 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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AY03 FKF is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 AY03 FKF, 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 AY03 FKF registered?

AY03 FKF is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 8 April 2003.

Is AY03 FKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY03 FKF shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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