MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
30,652 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)
How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL53 C?
Based on 15,043 MOT tests across 1,204 vehicles.
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R979 ONW is a 1998 Harley-davidson XL53 C in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
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 R979 ONW, 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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How do I check the history of R979 ONW?
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What year was R979 ONW registered?
R979 ONW is a 1998 Harley-davidson XL53 C, first registered on 20 April 1998.
Is R979 ONW safe to buy?
The MOT history for R979 ONW shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does R979 ONW have outstanding finance?
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