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DS52 XDF

2003 Harley Davidson XL883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

1,866 mi
Last recorded1,866 miles
Recorded on1 May 2025
Typical for 2003 Harley Davidson XL88311,983 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS52 XDF
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL883
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc
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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2025 1,866 miles
Pass 11 May 2024 1,173 miles
Fail 11 May 2024 1,173 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Oct 2022 9,953 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2022 9,953 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Nov 2021 4,151 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 3,914 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 3,586 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson XL883?

Based on 13,192 MOT tests across 1,361 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
480
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
1,361
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 60
reflector on motorcycle missing 52
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 47
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 43
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 43
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DS52 XDF is a 2003 Harley Davidson XL883 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Harley Davidson XL883 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 11,983 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 XL883 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 60 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DS52 XDF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson XL883 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 23 years old, this Harley Davidson XL883 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DS52 XDF?

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What year was DS52 XDF registered?

DS52 XDF is a 2003 Harley Davidson XL883, first registered on 1 January 2003.

Is DS52 XDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS52 XDF shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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