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R556 ONL

1997 Harley Davidson Fxsts

Black Petrol 1340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

5,568 mi
Last recorded5,568 miles
Recorded on20 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Harley Davidson Fxsts14,633 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR556 ONL
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelFxsts
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,340cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2025 5,568 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2023 5,552 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2022 5,533 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2021 5,508 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Oct 2020 5,489 miles

Rear Rear tyre appears to have rubbed on the LH side

Pass 11 May 2019 5,469 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 5,430 miles
Fail 2 May 2018 5,411 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly sticking in right hand lock (6.2.1f)

Pass 25 Apr 2017 5,397 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 5,383 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 May 2015 5,336 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 May 2014 5,322 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 17 May 2013 5,304 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 5,277 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 5,212 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Apr 2010 5,184 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 5,146 miles

Front tyre cracking around both edges

Pass 27 Oct 2007 5,119 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Nov 2006 5,048 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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R556 ONL is a 1997 Harley Davidson Fxsts in Black with a 1,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R556 ONL, 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 R556 ONL registered?

R556 ONL is a 1997 Harley Davidson Fxsts, first registered on 27 November 1997.

Is R556 ONL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R556 ONL shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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