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H17 FAT

1998 Harley Davidson Fat Boy

Red Petrol 1340cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,341 mi
Last recorded12,341 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Harley Davidson Fat Boy14,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH17 FAT
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelFat Boy
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,340cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 28 Aug 2025 12,341 miles

Central Rear Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit rear brake (1.1.13 (a))

Nearside Front Lower gear linkage worn loose not affecting operation at moment

Nearside Front Lower oil sweating under engine not excessive

Nearside Rear Lower Drive belt slightly loose drive belt (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2024 9,510 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 May 2022 9,340 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 May 2021 9,101 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 8,649 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 8,195 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 7,564 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 6,563 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 5,395 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 4,755 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 3,918 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 2,996 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 2,895 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson Fat Boy?

Based on 2,485 MOT tests across 307 vehicles.

90.4%
Pass Rate
498
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
307
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 13
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 12
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 6
Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background 4
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H17 FAT is a 1998 Harley Davidson Fat Boy in Red with a 1,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Harley Davidson Fat Boy models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 14,584 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley Davidson Fat Boy fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H17 FAT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson Fat Boy typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 28 years old, this Harley Davidson Fat Boy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was H17 FAT registered?

H17 FAT is a 1998 Harley Davidson Fat Boy, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is H17 FAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for H17 FAT shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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