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BU53 PYA

2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

37,824 mi
Last recorded37,824 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2017
Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 8838,349 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU53 PYA
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2017 37,824 miles

Central Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play Rear swinging arm has play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 3 Sep 2016 36,540 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 30,753 miles

Centre Rear suspension bush has slight free play swinging arm bushes (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 8 Sep 2015 30,753 miles

Centre Rear suspension bush has slight free play swinging arm bushes (2.4.A2a(i))

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 17 Sep 2014 20,606 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 13,211 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 12,987 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 12,337 miles
Fail 1 May 2010 12,337 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Fail 29 Apr 2009 10,714 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 29 Apr 2009 10,714 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 9,241 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 7,993 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2006 7,993 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

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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BU53 PYA 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 71.4%.

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 BU53 PYA, 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 BU53 PYA registered?

BU53 PYA is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 1 December 2003.

Is BU53 PYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU53 PYA shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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