Harley-Davidson XL53 C

White · Petrol · 1999 · 883 cc

T697 MKEMOT history

T697 MKE is a white petrol Harley-Davidson XL53 C first used on 16 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 24 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 17,734 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Apr 2027
Mileage
17,734 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2026
MOT tests
22
19 passed · 3 failed
Per year
652 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T697 MKE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Harley-Davidson
Model
XL53 C
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
883 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
16 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T697 MKE was last recorded at 17,734 miles on 31 Mar 2026, 446 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
17,288 miles · 25 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
446 miles
Average per year
652 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 17,734 miles
  • 2025 – 17,288 miles
  • 2023 – 17,169 miles
  • 2022 – 16,623 miles
  • 2021 – 15,757 miles
  • 2020 – 15,495 miles
  • 2019 – 15,215 miles
  • 2018 – 14,854 miles
  • 2017 – 14,527 miles
  • 2016 – 14,029 miles
  • 2015 – 13,576 miles
  • 2014 – 12,996 miles
  • 2013 – 12,484 miles
  • 2012 – 11,762 miles
  • 2011 – 8,625 miles
  • 2010 – 6,058 miles
  • 2009 – 5,829 miles
  • 2007 – 5,142 miles
  • 2006 – 4,722 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass17,734 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2007–2018

  • Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2009

Full MOT history

22 tests since 14 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass17,734 miles (+446)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    17,734 miles
    Test number
    213479706353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass17,288 miles (+119)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    17,288 miles
    Test number
    549312904922

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass17,169 miles (+546)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2024
    Odometer
    17,169 miles
    Test number
    641677438457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass16,623 miles (+866)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    16,623 miles
    Test number
    318095656991

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass15,757 miles (+262)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    15,757 miles
    Test number
    162196938548

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass15,495 miles (+280)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    15,495 miles
    Test number
    381790081519

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass15,215 miles (+361)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    15,215 miles
    Test number
    184627694230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass14,854 miles (+327)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    14,854 miles
    Test number
    851388814154
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  9. Pass14,527 miles (+498)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    14,527 miles
    Test number
    963579065802
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  10. Pass14,029 miles (+453)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    14,029 miles
    Test number
    485391334787
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear brake binding slightly

  11. Pass13,576 miles (+580)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    13,576 miles
    Test number
    868137305182
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  12. Pass12,996 miles (+512)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    12,996 miles
    Test number
    519685894018
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  13. Pass12,484 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    12,484 miles
    Test number
    629631603172
    • NoteFront brake hose and pipes covered, unable to inspect.
    • NoteRear brake hose covered, unable to inspect.
    • NoteRear tyre very close to drive belt and guard.

  14. Fail12,484 miles (+722)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,484 miles
    Test number
    108010603171
    • FailureRear Tyre fouling another component (4.1.4)
    • FailureRear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)
    • NoteFront brake hose and pipes covered, unable to inspect.
    • NoteRear brake hose covered, unable to inspect.

  15. Pass11,762 miles (+3,137)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    11,762 miles
    Test number
    437689002179
    • NoteRear brake binding slightly.

  16. Pass8,625 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    8,625 miles
    Test number
    196428401140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail8,624 miles (+2,566)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    8,624 miles
    Test number
    327978501167
    • FailureExhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

  18. Fail6,058 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    6,058 miles
    Test number
    112330810179
    • Repaired at testRear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
    • Repaired at testStop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  19. Pass6,058 miles (+229)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    6,058 miles
    Test number
    883220010103
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  20. Pass5,829 miles (+687)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    5,829 miles
    Test number
    104568099477
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

  21. Pass5,142 miles (+420)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    5,142 miles
    Test number
    433660927297
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

  22. Pass4,722 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    4,722 miles
    Test number
    352934906139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T697 MKE

Does T697 MKE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T697 MKE is valid until 24 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T697 MKE?
The MOT on T697 MKE is valid until 24 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T697 MKE done?
T697 MKE was recorded at 17,734 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2026, an average of 652 miles a year.
Has T697 MKE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T697 MKE has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Apr 2013.
Has the mileage on T697 MKE ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on T697 MKE find?
T697 MKE passed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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