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BU03 CWL

2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2014
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

24,942 mi
Last recorded24,942 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2013
Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 8838,349 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU03 CWL
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Fail 13 Jul 2013 24,942 miles

Centre Rear Lower Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 13 Jul 2013 24,942 miles

Centre Rear Lower Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 6 Jul 2012 24,329 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2012 24,325 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2011 23,490 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 8 Apr 2011 22,459 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 8 Apr 2011 22,459 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 18,372 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 11,312 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 4,683 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 4,075 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 3,641 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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BU03 CWL is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BU03 CWL, 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 BU03 CWL registered?

BU03 CWL is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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