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Y651 OTU

2001 Harley-davidson XL53 C

Turquoise Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

22,583 mi
Last recorded22,583 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 2001 Harley-davidson XL53 C10,853 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY651 OTU
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL53 C
Year2001
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2026 22,583 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Jul 2025 22,407 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Jul 2024 21,898 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 4 Jul 2024 21,898 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2017 21,047 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 19,441 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 19,064 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 18,979 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2013 16,900 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 16,893 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 16,796 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 16,625 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 14,128 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 13,095 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 12,300 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 13 May 2006 9,560 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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Y651 OTU is a 2001 Harley-davidson XL53 C in Turquoise with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 Y651 OTU, 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 Y651 OTU registered?

Y651 OTU is a 2001 Harley-davidson XL53 C, first registered on 20 April 2001.

Is Y651 OTU safe to buy?

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