Harley-Davidson XL53 C

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 883 cc

V639 FOTMOT history

V639 FOT is a black petrol Harley-Davidson XL53 C first used on 1 Oct 1999. Its MOT is valid until 23 Apr 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 21,482 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Apr 2027
Mileage
21,482 mi
At MOT on 28 May 2022
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
597 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V639 FOT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Harley-Davidson
Model
XL53 C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
883 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V639 FOT was last recorded at 21,482 miles on 28 May 2022, 974 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jun 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
20,508 miles · 15 Jun 2021
Between the last two tests
974 miles
Average per year
597 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 21,482 miles
  • 2021 – 20,508 miles
  • 2020 – 20,117 miles
  • 2019 – 20,056 miles
  • 2017 – 20,027 miles
  • 2016 – 19,959 miles
  • 2015 – 19,242 miles
  • 2014 – 18,785 miles
  • 2013 – 18,373 miles
  • 2012 – 18,276 miles
  • 2010 – 17,188 miles
  • 2009 – 15,181 miles
  • 2008 – 12,004 miles
  • 2007 – 11,714 miles
  • 2005 – 11,504 miles

What the latest MOT found

PassPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

22 tests since 6 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    826456993499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. FailMileage not read1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    847408063035
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  3. PassMileage not read1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    621677464003
    • MinorRear Position lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront brake hose poorly routed.
    • AdvisoryRear brake hose poorly fitted.

  4. Pass21,482 miles (+974)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    21,482 miles
    Test number
    596787828905

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass20,508 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    20,508 miles
    Test number
    524970672383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail20,508 miles (+391)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,508 miles
    Test number
    695964801958
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

  7. Pass20,117 miles (+61)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    20,117 miles
    Test number
    237469677368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass20,056 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    20,056 miles
    Test number
    698866129964

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass20,027 miles (+68)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    20,027 miles
    Test number
    424319412752

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass19,959 miles (+717)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    19,959 miles
    Test number
    132586124279
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  11. Pass19,242 miles (+457)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    19,242 miles
    Test number
    747022065177
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  12. Pass18,785 miles (+412)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2015
    Odometer
    18,785 miles
    Test number
    465667444112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass18,373 miles (+97)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    18,373 miles
    Test number
    868989203173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass18,276 miles (+1,088)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    18,276 miles
    Test number
    555390192070
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

  15. Pass17,188 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    17,188 miles
    Test number
    394045310430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail17,181 miles (+2,000)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,181 miles
    Test number
    510441710263
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

  17. Pass15,181 miles (+50)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    15,181 miles
    Test number
    382318209248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail15,131 miles (+3,127)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,131 miles
    Test number
    281832839110
    • DangerousRear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

  19. Pass12,004 miles (+290)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2009
    Odometer
    12,004 miles
    Test number
    491176238182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass11,714 miles (+210)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    11,714 miles
    Test number
    761693597025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail11,504 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,504 miles
    Test number
    472609045245
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.1)

  22. Pass11,504 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    11,504 miles
    Test number
    964569245260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V639 FOT

Does V639 FOT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V639 FOT is valid until 23 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on V639 FOT?
The MOT on V639 FOT is valid until 23 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V639 FOT done?
V639 FOT was recorded at 21,482 miles at its MOT on 28 May 2022, an average of 597 miles a year.
Has V639 FOT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V639 FOT has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on V639 FOT 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 V639 FOT find?
V639 FOT passed its latest MOT on 24 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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