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YJ53 VSA

2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 Hugger

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2025
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

15,521 mi
Last recorded15,521 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2024
Typical for 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 Hugger6,844 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ53 VSA
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883 Hugger
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2024 15,521 miles
Pass 20 May 2023 15,390 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Sep 2021 15,098 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Sep 2020 14,515 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2019 14,044 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Sep 2018 13,269 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2017 12,282 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 10,524 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 26 Mar 2015 5,605 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2015 5,605 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 7 Mar 2014 8,872 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 5,266 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2012 8,291 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2011 6,818 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 15 Feb 2011 6,818 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2010 6,668 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 6,486 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 6,046 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 5,601 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson Xlh 883 Hugger?

Based on 934 MOT tests across 104 vehicles.

89.5%
Pass Rate
539
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
104
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 8
Direction indicator not working 5
reflector on motorcycle missing 4
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 3
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3
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YJ53 VSA is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 Hugger in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 Hugger models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.9% with a typical mileage of 6,844 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 Xlh 883 Hugger fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YJ53 VSA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson Xlh 883 Hugger typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 23 years old, this Harley-davidson Xlh 883 Hugger is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was YJ53 VSA registered?

YJ53 VSA is a 2003 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 Hugger, first registered on 15 September 2003.

Is YJ53 VSA safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJ53 VSA shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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