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EK03 FHD

2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Red Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

47,276 mi
Last recorded47,276 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 8838,349 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK03 FHD
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2025 47,276 miles

Right hand fork seal weeping

Pass 26 Jul 2024 46,354 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2023 44,104 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 41,713 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 39,759 miles

Oil around bottom of engine

Pass 6 Jul 2020 37,892 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 36,834 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 34,932 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 10 Jul 2017 33,482 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2017 33,482 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 18 Jul 2016 31,530 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 29,483 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 27,662 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 26,066 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 24,065 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 22,140 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 18,369 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 17,853 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 16,612 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2008 16,606 miles

Rear Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 18 Jul 2007 15,212 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 13,148 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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EK03 FHD is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Red with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 EK03 FHD, 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 EK03 FHD registered?

EK03 FHD is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 9 July 2003.

Is EK03 FHD safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK03 FHD shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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