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V719 DYB

1999 Harley-davidson XL53 C

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

16,450 mi
Last recorded16,450 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2025
Typical for 1999 Harley-davidson XL53 C12,519 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV719 DYB
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL53 C
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2025 16,450 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Oct 2021 16,429 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 15,359 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 14,311 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2018 13,495 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 13,424 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 13,215 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 13,178 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 12,352 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2013 10,825 miles

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

Fail 17 Nov 2011 9,686 miles

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

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Pass 17 Nov 2011 9,686 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2010 8,351 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2009 6,770 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2008 5,434 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2007 4,302 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 18 Nov 2006 3,074 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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V719 DYB is a 1999 Harley-davidson XL53 C in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 V719 DYB, 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 V719 DYB registered?

V719 DYB is a 1999 Harley-davidson XL53 C, first registered on 24 September 1999.

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