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AY03 NJE

2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

17,984 mi
Last recorded17,984 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 8838,349 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2025 17,984 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2023 17,917 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2023 17,915 miles

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 27 May 2022 17,685 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 17,007 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 16,053 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 15,437 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 13,669 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 11,928 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 4 May 2016 10,203 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 10,156 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 23 Apr 2014 9,736 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 7,218 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 6,983 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 6,566 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 6,147 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 4,884 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 2,948 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

front brake banjo bolt is fitted the wrong way round

switch gear cables insecure (not dangerous or fouling )

Fail 6 Sep 2007 2,916 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Brake component defective due to a deliberate modification which significantly reduces the original strength (3.1.5)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by trapped cables (2.1.2c)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Fail 26 Aug 2006 2,337 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 26 Aug 2006 2,337 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 NJE is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Black with a 883cc 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 AY03 NJE, 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 NJE registered?

AY03 NJE is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 28 August 2003.

Is AY03 NJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY03 NJE 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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