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J666 HBC

1998 Harley-davidson XL53 C

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

26,405 mi
Last recorded26,405 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Harley-davidson XL53 C13,070 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ666 HBC
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL53 C
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 26,405 miles
Fail 12 May 2026 26,405 miles

Fuel system component leaking Carb is leaking fuel (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Front sidewall starting to crack Avon MH90/21 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 May 2025 26,019 miles

Front sidewall starting to crack Avon MH90/21

Pass 7 May 2024 25,532 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 25,189 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 24,481 miles
Pass 20 May 2021 23,798 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 23,343 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 23,006 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 28 Jul 2015 22,735 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 22,412 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 19,312 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 18,510 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front tyre has slight cracking to sidewalls.

Pass 2 Aug 2011 17,973 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Offside Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 25 Aug 2010 17,487 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 3 Jul 2010 17,418 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 30 Jun 2009 16,550 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 14,928 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 12,105 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 9,992 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL53 C?

Based on 15,043 MOT tests across 1,204 vehicles.

88.6%
Pass Rate
496
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
1,204
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 69
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 69
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 68
reflector on motorcycle missing 53
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 44
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J666 HBC is a 1998 Harley-davidson XL53 C in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1998 Harley-davidson XL53 C models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 13,070 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley-davidson XL53 C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 69 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J666 HBC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson XL53 C typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Harley-davidson XL53 C is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J666 HBC registered?

J666 HBC is a 1998 Harley-davidson XL53 C, first registered on 22 May 1998.

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