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PWY 973

1998 Harley Davidson Fxst

Blue Petrol 1340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

20,039 mi
Last recorded20,039 miles
Recorded on1 May 2025
Typical for 1998 Harley Davidson Fxst33,106 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPWY 973
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelFxst
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,340cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2025 20,039 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 19,976 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 19,947 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 19,881 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 19,785 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 19,685 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 19,520 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 18,892 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 18,478 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 17,988 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 17,655 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2007 17,655 miles

Front Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

Offside Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

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

Fail 23 Mar 2007 17,655 miles

Offside Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2006 17,490 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson Fxst?

Based on 3,170 MOT tests across 323 vehicles.

89.5%
Pass Rate
536
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
323
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 17
reflector on motorcycle missing 17
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 12
Direction indicator missing 12
Direction indicators not working 8
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PWY 973 is a 1998 Harley Davidson Fxst in Blue with a 1,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1998 Harley Davidson Fxst models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 33,106 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley Davidson Fxst fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 17 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PWY 973, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson Fxst typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 28 years old, this Harley Davidson Fxst is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was PWY 973 registered?

PWY 973 is a 1998 Harley Davidson Fxst, first registered on 8 October 1998.

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The MOT history for PWY 973 shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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