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P457 VMJ

1997 Harley-davidson Flst

White Petrol 1340cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

14,921 mi
Last recorded14,921 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Harley-davidson Flst14,862 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP457 VMJ
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelFlst
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,340cc
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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 14,921 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Mar 2025 14,920 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 14,911 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2021 14,366 miles

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

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2019 13,588 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 12,210 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 11,766 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 11,257 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 10,648 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 10,266 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2012 9,376 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 9,160 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 8,775 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2008 7,806 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 26 Sep 2008 7,806 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 4,953 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 68,162 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson Flst?

Based on 1,380 MOT tests across 134 vehicles.

89.2%
Pass Rate
424
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
134
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 11
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 6
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 4
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 3
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P457 VMJ is a 1997 Harley-davidson Flst in White with a 1,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1997 Harley-davidson Flst models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.0% with a typical mileage of 14,862 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley-davidson Flst fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 11 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P457 VMJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson Flst typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 29 years old, this Harley-davidson Flst is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P457 VMJ registered?

P457 VMJ is a 1997 Harley-davidson Flst, first registered on 4 June 1997.

Is P457 VMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P457 VMJ shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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