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BL03 LVF

2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Red Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

9,729 mi
Last recorded9,729 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 8838,349 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL03 LVF
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 9,729 miles

Exhaust noisy Baffles fitted (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 16 Apr 2026 9,729 miles

Exhaust noisy Baffles fitted (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 14 Aug 2024 9,086 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 9,061 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2022 8,907 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2021 8,680 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Sep 2019 8,520 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Sep 2018 7,862 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2016 7,172 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2015 6,677 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2014 6,047 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 5,372 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2012 4,845 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 4,360 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2010 3,813 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 3,094 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 2,450 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2007 2,377 miles

Oil leak

Fail 18 Aug 2007 2,377 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Oil leak

Pass 14 Jul 2006 2,186 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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BL03 LVF is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Red with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 BL03 LVF, 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 BL03 LVF registered?

BL03 LVF is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 17 July 2003.

Is BL03 LVF safe to buy?

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