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P402 RTW

1997 Harley Davidson Softail

Black Petrol 1340cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

19,545 mi
Last recorded19,545 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Harley Davidson Softail10,850 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP402 RTW
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSoftail
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,340cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 19,545 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2025 19,544 miles

Direction indicator not working rear left hand (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 30 May 2024 18,896 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 18,349 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 18,028 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2020 16,710 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2019 15,622 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 14,129 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 12,958 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2016 11,676 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 1,063 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 15 Aug 2015 10,641 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Nearside Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Aug 2014 10,006 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 9,951 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 9,536 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 8,968 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2010 8,105 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 26 Jun 2010 8,105 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 7,079 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 7,040 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson Softail?

Based on 1,567 MOT tests across 220 vehicles.

87.7%
Pass Rate
512
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
220
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
Direction indicator missing 9
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 6
reflector on motorcycle missing 6
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 3
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P402 RTW is a 1997 Harley Davidson Softail in Black with a 1,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1997 Harley Davidson Softail models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 10,850 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley Davidson Softail fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P402 RTW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson Softail typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 29 years old, this Harley Davidson Softail is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P402 RTW registered?

P402 RTW is a 1997 Harley Davidson Softail, first registered on 29 July 1997.

Is P402 RTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P402 RTW shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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