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Y246 LCF

2001 Harley-davidson XL53 C

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

24,050 mi
Last recorded24,050 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2018
Typical for 2001 Harley-davidson XL53 C10,853 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY246 LCF
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL53 C
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc
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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2018 24,050 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Nov 2017 23,032 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2017 23,032 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 25 Oct 2016 22,109 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Fail 25 Oct 2016 22,109 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Oct 2015 21,723 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 16 Oct 2014 20,145 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2011 19,461 miles

Clutch lever shortened so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 11 Mar 2011 19,461 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 17,861 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2010 17,812 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 6 Mar 2009 16,450 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 15,096 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 10,464 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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Y246 LCF 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 71.4%.

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 Y246 LCF, 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 Y246 LCF registered?

Y246 LCF is a 2001 Harley-davidson XL53 C, first registered on 6 March 2001.

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