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R531 TYC

1998 Harley-davidson XL53 C

Yellow Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2022
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

14,892 mi
Last recorded14,892 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2021
Typical for 1998 Harley-davidson XL53 C13,070 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR531 TYC
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL53 C
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2021 14,892 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Mudguard insecure Mud guard missing 2 x bolts ()

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 9 Mar 2021 194 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Mudguard insecure Mud guard missing 2 x bolts ()

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 8 Mar 2017 13,589 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2017

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 27 Apr 2016 13,199 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

front and rear brake ferrulls slightly corroded

Pass 20 Jun 2014 13,199 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 13,199 miles

Rear Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 1 Jun 2010 13,199 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 11 Apr 2009 12,601 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 11 Apr 2009 12,601 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 8 May 2008 11,442 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2008 11,442 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 8,035 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2007 8,035 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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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R531 TYC is a 1998 Harley-davidson XL53 C in Yellow with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 R531 TYC, 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 R531 TYC registered?

R531 TYC is a 1998 Harley-davidson XL53 C, first registered on 11 March 1998.

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The MOT history for R531 TYC shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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