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V974 DNL

1999 Harley-davidson XL53 C

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

16,012 mi
Last recorded16,012 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2021
Typical for 1999 Harley-davidson XL53 C12,519 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV974 DNL
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL53 C
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2021 16,012 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2020 15,908 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2019 13,928 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2018 12,100 miles

Front Tyre sidewall starting to crack

Pass 2 Feb 2017 11,838 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 21 Dec 2015 11,615 miles

Oil leak from rocker cover

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

Pass 14 Aug 2014 11,517 miles

Oil leak

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

Fail 30 Jun 2014 11,517 miles

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Oil leak

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

Pass 10 May 2013 10,779 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 23 Dec 2011 9,775 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 8 Nov 2010 9,342 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 31 Jul 2008 8,627 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 21 Jul 2007 8,211 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2007 8,208 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 May 2006 7,319 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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V974 DNL is a 1999 Harley-davidson XL53 C in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 V974 DNL, 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 V974 DNL registered?

V974 DNL is a 1999 Harley-davidson XL53 C, first registered on 4 November 1999.

Is V974 DNL safe to buy?

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