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T81 JGV

1999 Harley-davidson XL53 C

Gold Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

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

RegistrationT81 JGV
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXL53 C
Year1999
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026
Pass 25 Jun 2025
Pass 27 Jun 2024

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Apr 2022

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 19 Apr 2022

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

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Aug 2020
Pass 3 Sep 2013 76,014 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2012 8 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 69,599 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 65,270 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009
Pass 18 Apr 2008 46,094 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 34,986 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 25,090 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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T81 JGV is a 1999 Harley-davidson XL53 C in Gold with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 T81 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.

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What year was T81 JGV registered?

T81 JGV is a 1999 Harley-davidson XL53 C, first registered on 5 March 1999.

Is T81 JGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for T81 JGV shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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