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Y903 ROR

2001 Harley-davidson XL53 C

Bronze Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

12,783 mi
Last recorded12,783 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Harley-davidson XL53 C10,853 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY903 ROR
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL53 C
Year2001
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 12,783 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Brake pad cracked (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 27 Feb 2025
Pass 25 Apr 2019 28,113 miles

advise the drive belt starting to show signs of wear

Fail 24 Apr 2019 28,113 miles

Rear Wheel spindle or securing nut(s) so insecure that wheel security or steering control is adversely affected no locking device (5.2.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

advise the drive belt starting to show signs of wear

Pass 3 May 2018 26,385 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 Mar 2017 23,859 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 21,190 miles

front tyre perished and split, recommend replacment

number plate deteriorated

Fail 23 Mar 2016 21,190 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

front tyre perished and split, recommend replacment

number plate deteriorated

Pass 13 Mar 2015 18,958 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 15,891 miles

front brake travel

Fail 5 Mar 2014 15,891 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 1 Mar 2013 13,255 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 12,518 miles
Fail 17 May 2012 12,518 miles

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

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by cables caught on a projection (2.1.2c)

Pass 6 Jun 2011 10,929 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 10,518 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 9,756 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Jul 2008 9,248 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2007 8,437 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 6,981 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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Y903 ROR is a 2001 Harley-davidson XL53 C in Bronze with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 Y903 ROR, 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 Y903 ROR registered?

Y903 ROR is a 2001 Harley-davidson XL53 C, first registered on 9 May 2001.

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