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S266 TND

1998 Harley-davidson XL53 C

Blue Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

16,710 mi
Last recorded16,710 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Harley-davidson XL53 C13,070 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS266 TND
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL53 C
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 16,710 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2020 15,504 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 13,448 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 11,997 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 10,329 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 29 Mar 2016 7,283 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 50,907 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 44,992 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 41,640 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 38,041 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 24 Mar 2011 32,963 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 26,367 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 12,112 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 21,008 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2008 21,008 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 19 Aug 2006 20,340 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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S266 TND is a 1998 Harley-davidson XL53 C in Blue with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 S266 TND, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S266 TND registered?

S266 TND is a 1998 Harley-davidson XL53 C, first registered on 4 September 1998.

Is S266 TND safe to buy?

The MOT history for S266 TND shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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