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K888 HOG

1998 Harley Davidson Fat Boy

Red Petrol 1340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2025
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 Harley Davidson Fat Boy14,584 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK888 HOG
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelFat Boy
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,340cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 May 2024
Pass 9 Dec 2022
Pass 20 Mar 2021
Pass 17 Mar 2020 30,291 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2020 30,277 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 27,742 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 24,267 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 20,964 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 18,201 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 14,501 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 11,111 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 May 2012 10,514 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Pass 14 May 2011 9,951 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 May 2010 9,236 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2009 8,214 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 7,418 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2007 6,356 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 4,644 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 14 Mar 2006 4,644 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

Front Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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K888 HOG is a 1998 Harley Davidson Fat Boy in Red with a 1,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 K888 HOG, 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 K888 HOG registered?

K888 HOG is a 1998 Harley Davidson Fat Boy, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is K888 HOG safe to buy?

The MOT history for K888 HOG shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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