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AY53 HSZ

2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Orange Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

26,799 mi
Last recorded26,799 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 8838,349 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY53 HSZ
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 26,799 miles
Pass 16 May 2025 26,520 miles
Pass 14 May 2024 25,909 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 25,485 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 25,330 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 25,190 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2020 25,117 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 24,889 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 24,988 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 24,753 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 16 May 2017 24,753 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 19 May 2016 316 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 506 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 May 2014 4 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 24,189 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 23,630 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2010 22,987 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 20,385 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2008 17,152 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 11,655 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 HSZ is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Orange with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 HSZ, 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 HSZ registered?

AY53 HSZ is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 12 December 2003.

Is AY53 HSZ safe to buy?

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