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AY53 GFV

2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2022
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

25,825 mi
Last recorded25,825 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2021
Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 8838,349 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY53 GFV
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2021 25,825 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 5 Jul 2021 25,825 miles

Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening insecure engine bolt (6.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Apr 2020 25,506 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 24,258 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2018 22,032 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 31 Jan 2017 16,063 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 14,700 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 12,917 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 10,146 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 May 2012 7,410 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Mar 2010 7,074 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2008 6,601 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 5,467 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2006 4,452 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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AY53 GFV is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 AY53 GFV, 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 AY53 GFV registered?

AY53 GFV is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 1 November 2003.

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