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S197 BSX

1998 Harley-davidson XL53 C

Blue Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 Harley-davidson XL53 C13,070 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS197 BSX
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL53 C
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2016
Fail 1 Nov 2016

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 25 Sep 2015
Pass 11 Oct 2014
Pass 22 Apr 2013
Pass 18 May 2009 2,795 miles
Fail 18 May 2009 2,795 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Pass 9 May 2008 2,738 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 2,674 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 2,620 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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S197 BSX is a 1998 Harley-davidson XL53 C in Blue with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 S197 BSX, 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 S197 BSX registered?

S197 BSX is a 1998 Harley-davidson XL53 C, first registered on 13 November 1998.

Is S197 BSX safe to buy?

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