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VA52 VLR

2003 Harley Davidson XL883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2024
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

9,979 mi
Last recorded9,979 miles
Recorded on23 May 2023
Typical for 2003 Harley Davidson XL88311,983 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA52 VLR
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL883
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2023 9,979 miles

Front tyre has hair line cracks in

Pass 24 May 2022 9,763 miles

Front tyre cracking but is tubed

Pass 24 Mar 2021 9,603 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2019 9,228 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 8,857 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2018 8,798 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2017 8,442 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 8,173 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 5,321 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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VA52 VLR is a 2003 Harley Davidson XL883 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VA52 VLR, 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.

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What year was VA52 VLR registered?

VA52 VLR is a 2003 Harley Davidson XL883, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is VA52 VLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA52 VLR shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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