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S886 UKK

1998 Harley-davidson XL53 C

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

11,225 mi
Last recorded11,225 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2018
Typical for 1998 Harley-davidson XL53 C13,070 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS886 UKK
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL53 C
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2018 11,225 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017
Pass 20 Aug 2016

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

Pass 22 Aug 2015

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 22 Aug 2015

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 30 Apr 2014
Pass 23 Apr 2013
Pass 6 Mar 2012 18,821 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2012 18,822 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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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S886 UKK is a 1998 Harley-davidson XL53 C in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 S886 UKK, 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 S886 UKK registered?

S886 UKK is a 1998 Harley-davidson XL53 C, first registered on 16 September 1998.

Is S886 UKK safe to buy?

The MOT history for S886 UKK shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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