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DA03 LAE

2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Red Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

19,201 mi
Last recorded19,201 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 8838,349 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA03 LAE
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2025 19,201 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 May 2024 19,154 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Sep 2022 18,989 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 18,966 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 18,954 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2017 18,954 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)

Pass 22 Jul 2016 18,006 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 16,647 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Jul 2014 14,526 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 15 Jul 2013 11,917 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 8,959 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 8,805 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 7,641 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 6,795 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 5,833 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 4,868 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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DA03 LAE is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Red with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 DA03 LAE, 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 DA03 LAE registered?

DA03 LAE is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 30 April 2003.

Is DA03 LAE safe to buy?

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