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T851 TOL

1999 Harley-davidson XL53 C

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

26,630 mi
Last recorded26,630 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2019
Typical for 1999 Harley-davidson XL53 C12,519 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT851 TOL
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL53 C
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2019 26,630 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 21 Nov 2019 26,630 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Jul 2018 25,645 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 24,851 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2017 24,851 miles

Front Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 1 Jul 2016 24,035 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2016 24,035 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Fail 10 Jun 2015 23,324 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 10 Jun 2015 23,324 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Jun 2014 23,146 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2013 22,994 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 22,325 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 23 Jun 2011 20,538 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2011 20,538 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 24 Jun 2010 18,957 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 15,794 miles

Front Upper Headlamp aim headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 30 May 2008 13,593 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 1 Jun 2007 12,879 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 12,095 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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T851 TOL is a 1999 Harley-davidson XL53 C in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 1999 Harley-davidson XL53 C models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.2% with a typical mileage of 12,519 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 T851 TOL, 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 27 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 T851 TOL registered?

T851 TOL is a 1999 Harley-davidson XL53 C, first registered on 22 May 1999.

Is T851 TOL safe to buy?

The MOT history for T851 TOL shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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