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R140 DKY

1998 Harley Davidson Flstf

Black Petrol 1340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 Harley Davidson Flstf14,869 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR140 DKY
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelFlstf
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,340cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2025

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 10 May 2024

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 22 Jun 2023

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Wheel spindle locking device missing (5.2.1 (d))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Mar 2022

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 25 Mar 2022

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Apr 2021
Fail 28 Apr 2021

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Jun 2019 208,032 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2018
Pass 26 May 2017 207,592 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 207,488 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 207,127 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 206,594 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 16 Apr 2014 206,598 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson Flstf?

Based on 29,205 MOT tests across 2,719 vehicles.

90.2%
Pass Rate
545
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
2,719
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 139
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 103
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 99
reflector on motorcycle missing 79
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 78
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R140 DKY is a 1998 Harley Davidson Flstf in Black with a 1,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1998 Harley Davidson Flstf models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 14,869 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Harley Davidson Flstf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 139 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R140 DKY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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R140 DKY is a 1998 Harley Davidson Flstf, first registered on 1 January 1998.

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