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S972 HUB

1998 Harley-davidson XL53 C

Orange Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

1,552 mi
Last recorded1,552 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Harley-davidson XL53 C13,070 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS972 HUB
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL53 C
Year1998
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 1,552 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 31 Jul 2025 539 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 30 Jul 2025 536 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 31 Jul 2024

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 31 Jul 2024

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 16 Jul 2024

All direction indicators missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 Jul 2024

All direction indicators missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 May 2019 4,317 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

wiring and control cables insecure

Fail 15 May 2019 4,317 miles

All direction indicators missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

wiring and control cables insecure

Pass 2 Nov 2017 4,317 miles

NO INDICATORS FITTED TO MACHINE. LIGHTS TAPED UP. MACHINE ISSUED WITH DAYTIME USE ONLY MOT TEST.

Fail 2 Nov 2017 4,317 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

NO INDICATORS FITTED TO MACHINE. LIGHTS TAPED UP. MACHINE ISSUED WITH DAYTIME USE ONLY MOT TEST.

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 13 Jun 2016 4,315 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 4,315 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 4,315 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 1,502 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012
Pass 19 Mar 2011 165 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009

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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S972 HUB is a 1998 Harley-davidson XL53 C in Orange with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 S972 HUB, 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 S972 HUB registered?

S972 HUB is a 1998 Harley-davidson XL53 C, first registered on 3 September 1998.

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