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R3 SET

1998 Harley Davidson Flstf

Black Petrol 1340cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

50,924 mi
Last recorded50,924 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Harley Davidson Flstf14,869 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR3 SET
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelFlstf
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,340cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 50,924 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2025 50,635 miles

Offside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Fail 29 Apr 2025 50,635 miles

Offside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 15 May 2023 45,686 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 43,131 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2020 43,131 miles

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 16 Nov 2018 41,518 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Jul 2016 37,458 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 30 Jun 2016 37,458 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Jul 2014 34,158 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 29 Jun 2012 29,624 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2012 29,622 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jun 2010 28,145 miles
Fail 8 May 2009 24,929 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 8 May 2009 24,929 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 21,189 miles

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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R3 SET is a 1998 Harley Davidson Flstf in Black with a 1,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R3 SET, 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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What year was R3 SET registered?

R3 SET is a 1998 Harley Davidson Flstf, first registered on 22 May 1998.

Is R3 SET safe to buy?

The MOT history for R3 SET shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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