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498 JWE

1999 Harley-davidson XL53 C

Blue Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2025
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1999 Harley-davidson XL53 C12,519 mi
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Vehicle Details

Registration498 JWE
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL53 C
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2024
Pass 3 Jun 2023
Pass 7 Apr 2022
Pass 15 Apr 2021
Pass 26 Mar 2018
Pass 9 Aug 2016
Fail 14 Jun 2014

No lights fitted at time of test

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 14 Jun 2014

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 15 Jun 2013 4,566 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 4,529 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 4,483 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 3,907 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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498 JWE is a 1999 Harley-davidson XL53 C in Blue with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 498 JWE, 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

How do I check the history of 498 JWE?

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What year was 498 JWE registered?

498 JWE is a 1999 Harley-davidson XL53 C, first registered on 5 November 1999.

Is 498 JWE safe to buy?

The MOT history for 498 JWE shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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