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DF03 NZD

2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

70 mi
Last recorded70 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 8838,349 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF03 NZD
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 70 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Jul 2020 65 miles

Chain guard missing

Front Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Indicator tell tale missing (4.9.1 (a) (i))

rear indicators position low

Fail 7 May 2020 64 miles

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

Chain guard missing

Front Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Indicator tell tale missing (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Rear indicators position is low

Pass 2 Aug 2016 64 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015
Pass 27 Aug 2014 13,873 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 12,686 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2013 12,686 miles

Rear Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Pass 10 Sep 2012 10,710 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 8,718 miles

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

Fail 29 Sep 2011 8,718 miles

Rear Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

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

Pass 17 Oct 2009 8,256 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 7,242 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2007 5,938 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 4,121 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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DF03 NZD is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DF03 NZD, 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 DF03 NZD registered?

DF03 NZD is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 27 August 2003.

Is DF03 NZD safe to buy?

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