MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
80,554 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
How Reliable is the Harley Davidson Fxsts?
Based on 1,736 MOT tests across 208 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R297 VBM is a 1997 Harley Davidson Fxsts in Black with a 1,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.
Across all 1997 Harley Davidson Fxsts models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.5% with a typical mileage of 14,633 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 Fxsts fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R297 VBM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Harley Davidson Fxsts typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 29 years old, this Harley Davidson Fxsts is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was R297 VBM registered?
R297 VBM is a 1997 Harley Davidson Fxsts, first registered on 4 August 1997.
Is R297 VBM safe to buy?
The MOT history for R297 VBM shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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