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EU03 XTL

2003 Harley-davidson XL 883R

Orange Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

28,491 mi
Last recorded28,491 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson XL 883R9,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU03 XTL
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL 883R
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2025 28,491 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 5 Oct 2024 28,487 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 13 Oct 2023 25,865 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Jun 2019 24,133 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2018 24,026 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 23,992 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 21,881 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 19,489 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 19,164 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 11,617 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 8,538 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL 883R?

Based on 8,323 MOT tests across 736 vehicles.

89.6%
Pass Rate
470
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
736
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 31
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 27
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 25
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 22
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 20
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EU03 XTL is a 2003 Harley-davidson XL 883R in Orange with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2003 Harley-davidson XL 883R models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 9,196 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley-davidson XL 883R fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 31 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EU03 XTL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson XL 883R typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Harley-davidson XL 883R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was EU03 XTL registered?

EU03 XTL is a 2003 Harley-davidson XL 883R, first registered on 28 March 2003.

Is EU03 XTL safe to buy?

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