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NK53 HVL

2003 Harley Davidson Fxstb

Black Petrol 1450cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

17,448 mi
Last recorded17,448 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2025
Typical for 2003 Harley Davidson Fxstb17,002 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK53 HVL
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelFxstb
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,450cc
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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2025 17,448 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Registration plate may not comply with current regulations.

Pass 6 May 2023 17,269 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Oct 2021 17,030 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

front mudguard missing.

Pass 23 Jun 2017 16,330 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2016 12,803 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2016 12,803 miles

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

Fail 6 Mar 2015 11,181 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 6 Mar 2015 11,181 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 10,437 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 9,584 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2013 9,584 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 6 Sep 2011 8,887 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 7,940 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 6,690 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 5,828 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 3,981 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2007 3,981 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson Fxstb?

Based on 5,039 MOT tests across 396 vehicles.

88.6%
Pass Rate
823
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
396
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 30
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 24
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 24
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 22
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12
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NK53 HVL is a 2003 Harley Davidson Fxstb in Black with a 1,450cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2003 Harley Davidson Fxstb models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.5% with a typical mileage of 17,002 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 Fxstb fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NK53 HVL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson Fxstb typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 23 years old, this Harley Davidson Fxstb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was NK53 HVL registered?

NK53 HVL is a 2003 Harley Davidson Fxstb, first registered on 12 September 2003.

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