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GU61 VAY

2012 Harley-davidson Fld Switchback 1690 12

Black Petrol 1690cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

30,204 mi
Last recorded30,204 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Harley-davidson Fld Switchback 1690 1214,261 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU61 VAY
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelFld Switchback 1690 12
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,690cc
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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2025 30,204 miles

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

Front Handlebar deformed but serviceable handlebar bushes loose/worn (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Fail 13 Dec 2025 30,201 miles

Front Position lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.2.2 (a))

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

Front Handlebar deformed but serviceable handlebar bushes loose/worn (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2024 27,216 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2023 25,767 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2023 25,751 miles

Engine mounting/bracket excessively loose rear fork/swingarm bearings (6.1.8 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 6 Oct 2022 24,101 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 22,535 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 20,870 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 16,959 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2019 16,959 miles

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Deformed (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2018 13,839 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 18 Apr 2017 11,957 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 29 Apr 2016 10,202 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 29 Apr 2016 10,202 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 29 Apr 2015 8,896 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson Fld Switchback 1690 12?

Based on 1,169 MOT tests across 130 vehicles.

94.1%
Pass Rate
983
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
130
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 5
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GU61 VAY is a 2012 Harley-davidson Fld Switchback 1690 12 in Black with a 1,690cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2012 Harley-davidson Fld Switchback 1690 12 models, the average MOT pass rate is 95.9% with a typical mileage of 14,261 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 Fld Switchback 1690 12 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 5 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GU61 VAY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson Fld Switchback 1690 12 typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 14 years old, this Harley-davidson Fld Switchback 1690 12 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GU61 VAY registered?

GU61 VAY is a 2012 Harley-davidson Fld Switchback 1690 12, first registered on 7 January 2012.

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The MOT history for GU61 VAY shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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