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R421 WWR

1998 Harley-davidson XL53 C

Red Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

38,233 mi
Last recorded38,233 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2025
Typical for 1998 Harley-davidson XL53 C13,070 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR421 WWR
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL53 C
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2025 38,233 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2025 38,231 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2024 38,199 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 37,685 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2023 37,685 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Stop lamp not working off front and rear brake levers (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Apr 2022 36,626 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 33,609 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

reg lamp red

Pass 26 Feb 2020 31,171 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Feb 2019 26,118 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 26,049 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 25,972 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 24,715 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 24,586 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 12 Apr 2011 23,723 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2011 23,723 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 23 Apr 2010 22,664 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 21,500 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 20,735 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 19,484 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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R421 WWR is a 1998 Harley-davidson XL53 C in Red with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R421 WWR, 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 R421 WWR registered?

R421 WWR is a 1998 Harley-davidson XL53 C, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R421 WWR safe to buy?

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