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F838 SAY

1989 Harley Davidson Flhs

Blue Petrol 1340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

49,468 mi
Last recorded49,468 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2018
Typical for 1989 Harley Davidson Flhs31,214 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF838 SAY
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelFlhs
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,340cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2018 49,468 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced swingarm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Apr 2016 49,044 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 48,636 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 48,004 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 47,022 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 45,728 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2011 44,713 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 14 Mar 2011 44,713 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 5 Oct 2009 44,198 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson Flhs?

Based on 1,224 MOT tests across 124 vehicles.

89.7%
Pass Rate
536
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
124
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 17
Direction indicators not working 6
Direction indicator not working 6
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 5
Horn not working 4
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F838 SAY is a 1989 Harley Davidson Flhs in Blue with a 1,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1989 Harley Davidson Flhs models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.1% with a typical mileage of 31,214 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 Flhs fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 17 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F838 SAY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson Flhs typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 37 years old, this Harley Davidson Flhs is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F838 SAY registered?

F838 SAY is a 1989 Harley Davidson Flhs, first registered on 1 May 1989.

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The MOT history for F838 SAY shows 9 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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