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V312 ESX

1999 Harley-davidson XL53 C

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

16,630 mi
Last recorded16,630 miles
Recorded on4 May 2024
Typical for 1999 Harley-davidson XL53 C12,519 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV312 ESX
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL53 C
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 May 2024 16,630 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 27 Aug 2022 16,452 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Jul 2018 16,378 miles

aftermarket exhaust fitted

Pass 9 May 2017 15,988 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Jun 2015 15,467 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 May 2014 13,733 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 13,143 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Jun 2012 12,392 miles

Drive belt slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Oil leak

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 6 Jun 2012 12,392 miles

Drive belt slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Oil leak

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 24 May 2011 10,827 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 13 May 2010 10,827 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 20 Apr 2009 10,219 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 16 Apr 2008 17,598 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2007 6,687 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Drive belt slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 23 Apr 2007 6,687 miles

Offside Drive belt slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 15 Apr 2006 5,454 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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V312 ESX is a 1999 Harley-davidson XL53 C in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 V312 ESX, 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.

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What year was V312 ESX registered?

V312 ESX is a 1999 Harley-davidson XL53 C, first registered on 4 September 1999.

Is V312 ESX safe to buy?

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