CarVerify

Free Car Check

S833 SKK

1998 Harley-davidson XL53 C

Silver Petrol 883cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

18,437 mi
Last recorded18,437 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Harley-davidson XL53 C13,070 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Harley-davidson
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationS833 SKK
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL53 C
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 18,437 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2024 18,135 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2023 17,243 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 10 Oct 2023 17,224 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Aug 2022 17,098 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Aug 2021 16,958 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 13 Aug 2021 16,957 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2020 16,790 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2019 16,456 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Jul 2018 15,805 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 16,165 miles

Front Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Front Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Fail 24 Jun 2017 15,160 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Front Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Front Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 5 Apr 2016 12,977 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 12,741 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Feb 2012 12,505 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 17 Feb 2012 12,505 miles

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 18 Feb 2011 12,208 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Feb 2010 11,743 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 10,458 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 7,634 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2008 7,634 miles

Centre Front Lower Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Centre Front Upper Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 1 Aug 2007 7,593 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 7,388 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
Full Harley-davidson XL53 C reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

S833 SKK is a 1998 Harley-davidson XL53 C in Silver with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 S833 SKK, 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

How do I check the history of S833 SKK?

You can check the full history of S833 SKK by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was S833 SKK registered?

S833 SKK is a 1998 Harley-davidson XL53 C, first registered on 4 September 1998.

Is S833 SKK safe to buy?

The MOT history for S833 SKK shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S833 SKK have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on S833 SKK. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.