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CU53 UKO

2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

6,184 mi
Last recorded6,184 miles
Recorded on22 May 2025
Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 8838,349 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU53 UKO
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2025 6,184 miles

Offside Lower Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 May 2024 5,781 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 5,571 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 24 May 2022 5,090 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 May 2021 5,086 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Jul 2019 4,841 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 18 Jul 2019 4,841 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 15 Jun 2018 4,693 miles

Exhaust system noisy

Pass 7 Jul 2017 4,564 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 4,295 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 4,111 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 3,455 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 3,455 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 3,218 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 2,989 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 2,709 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 2,515 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 2,360 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 2,247 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 2,153 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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CU53 UKO is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Black 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 CU53 UKO, 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 CU53 UKO registered?

CU53 UKO is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is CU53 UKO safe to buy?

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