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R497 ADX

1997 Harley Davidson Flsts

White Petrol 1340cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

28,749 mi
Last recorded28,749 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Harley Davidson Flsts20,508 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR497 ADX
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelFlsts
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,340cc
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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2025 28,749 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2024 28,691 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 27,851 miles

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Notch (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2019 27,092 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose 1 (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 3 May 2018 25,650 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 28 Apr 2017 24,908 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 5 May 2016 23,560 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 23,555 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2014 23,555 miles

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Pass 24 Jun 2013 23,550 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 23,492 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 19 Apr 2012 23,492 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Pass 1 Mar 2010 23,268 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Feb 2008 22,976 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2006 20,843 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson Flsts?

Based on 3,549 MOT tests across 372 vehicles.

90.8%
Pass Rate
473
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
372
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 21
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 14
Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format 12
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 10
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 7
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R497 ADX is a 1997 Harley Davidson Flsts in White with a 1,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1997 Harley Davidson Flsts models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.2% with a typical mileage of 20,508 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 Flsts fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R497 ADX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson Flsts typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Harley Davidson Flsts is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R497 ADX registered?

R497 ADX is a 1997 Harley Davidson Flsts, first registered on 30 November 1997.

Is R497 ADX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R497 ADX shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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