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R297 VBM

1997 Harley Davidson Fxsts

Black Petrol 1340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

80,554 mi
Last recorded80,554 miles
Recorded on28 May 2019
Typical for 1997 Harley Davidson Fxsts14,633 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR297 VBM
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelFxsts
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,340cc
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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 May 2019 80,554 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 76,918 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 75,684 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 71,623 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 65,856 miles

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)

Pass 4 Jun 2014 31,188 miles

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)

Fail 31 May 2014 31,188 miles

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)

Pass 25 May 2013 59,641 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 22 May 2012 57,440 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 55,562 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2010 53,311 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 25 Apr 2009 51,061 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 46,677 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2008 46,676 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 24 Mar 2007 43,179 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 41,291 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson Fxsts?

Based on 1,736 MOT tests across 208 vehicles.

89.2%
Pass Rate
432
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
208
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 14
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 8
Direction indicator missing 6
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 5
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 5
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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.

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