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R1 HDH

1998 Harley Davidson Fxd

Red Petrol 1340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

52,105 mi
Last recorded52,105 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2014
Typical for 1998 Harley Davidson Fxd18,033 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR1 HDH
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelFxd
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,340cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2014 52,105 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 5,215 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

fuel hose starting to perish

Fail 16 Jul 2013 5,215 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

fuel hose starting to perish

Pass 26 Oct 2012 5,135 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2012 5,105 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 30 Jul 2011 4,827 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 4,799 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 4,780 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 4,526 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2008 4,521 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 28 Jul 2006 4,509 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2006 4,509 miles

Centre Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Centre Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson Fxd?

Based on 11,459 MOT tests across 942 vehicles.

89.9%
Pass Rate
652
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
942
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 62
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 43
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 35
reflector on motorcycle missing 35
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 30
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R1 HDH is a 1998 Harley Davidson Fxd in Red with a 1,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Harley Davidson Fxd models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 18,033 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 Fxd fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 62 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R1 HDH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson Fxd typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 28 years old, this Harley Davidson Fxd is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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R1 HDH is a 1998 Harley Davidson Fxd, first registered on 31 December 1998.

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