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T301 MNE

1999 Harley-davidson XL53 C

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

28,597 mi
Last recorded28,597 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 1999 Harley-davidson XL53 C12,519 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT301 MNE
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL53 C
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 28,597 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2024 27,688 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2023 27,311 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2022 27,046 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2021 26,354 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2020 25,670 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2019 23,721 miles

slight cracking on the rear tyre sidewalls

Pass 6 Sep 2018 22,950 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2017 22,308 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 21,744 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 21,370 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2014 21,086 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2012 20,660 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2011 19,878 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 19,403 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 19,118 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2008 17,278 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2007 15,183 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2007 15,183 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 29 Jul 2006 13,669 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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T301 MNE is a 1999 Harley-davidson XL53 C in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 T301 MNE, 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 T301 MNE registered?

T301 MNE is a 1999 Harley-davidson XL53 C, first registered on 28 April 1999.

Is T301 MNE safe to buy?

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