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Y166 NHK

2001 Harley-davidson XL53 C

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2001 Harley-davidson XL53 C10,853 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY166 NHK
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL53 C
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2025

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 Apr 2024

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 Feb 2023

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Jan 2022

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 Dec 2020
Pass 21 Jun 2019
Pass 30 Jun 2018
Fail 30 Jun 2018

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

Pass 21 Jun 2017
Pass 1 Aug 2013
Pass 3 May 2012
Fail 3 Jul 2008

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Left front indicater lens missing.

Number plate incorrect colour.

Pass 13 Jun 2007
Pass 13 Jun 2006

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

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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Y166 NHK is a 2001 Harley-davidson XL53 C in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2001 Harley-davidson XL53 C models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 10,853 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 Y166 NHK, 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 25 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 Y166 NHK registered?

Y166 NHK is a 2001 Harley-davidson XL53 C, first registered on 16 May 2001.

Is Y166 NHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y166 NHK shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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