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T103 JGV

1999 Harley-davidson XL53 C

Red Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

23,896 mi
Last recorded23,896 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 1999 Harley-davidson XL53 C12,519 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT103 JGV
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL53 C
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 23,896 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2025 23,753 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2025 23,753 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Nov 2023 23,635 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2022 23,435 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2021 23,199 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 22,814 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit front & rear (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 14 Sep 2020 22,814 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to the legal limit front & rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Aug 2019 22,033 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 20,245 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 18,981 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 17,765 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 16,450 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 16,402 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 16,252 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 15,672 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 15,230 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 15,206 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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T103 JGV is a 1999 Harley-davidson XL53 C in Red with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 T103 JGV, 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

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What year was T103 JGV registered?

T103 JGV is a 1999 Harley-davidson XL53 C, first registered on 16 March 1999.

Is T103 JGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for T103 JGV shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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