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R963 KSX

1998 Harley-davidson XL53 C

Yellow Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

19,264 mi
Last recorded19,264 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2025
Typical for 1998 Harley-davidson XL53 C13,070 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR963 KSX
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL53 C
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2025 19,264 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 16 May 2023 19,193 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 6 May 2022 19,139 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 18,484 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 21 Jun 2019 18,064 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 29 Jun 2018 17,879 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 11 Jul 2017 17,140 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2016 16,833 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2015 16,178 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2014 15,271 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Jul 2014 15,270 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2013 14,682 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 14,508 miles

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

drive belt slightly tight

Pass 6 Jul 2011 14,045 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2010 13,317 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2009 12,653 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 11,770 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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R963 KSX is a 1998 Harley-davidson XL53 C in Yellow with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 R963 KSX, 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 R963 KSX registered?

R963 KSX is a 1998 Harley-davidson XL53 C, first registered on 13 June 1998.

Is R963 KSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R963 KSX shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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