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R713 FSG

1997 Harley Davidson Fatboy

Red Petrol 1340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2025
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

6,654 mi
Last recorded6,654 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2024
Typical for 1997 Harley Davidson Fatboy11,847 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR713 FSG
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelFatboy
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,340cc
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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2024 6,654 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2023 6,373 miles

Front tyre sidewalls split

Pass 2 Mar 2023 6,345 miles

Front tyre sidewall splitting

Fail 2 Mar 2023 6,345 miles

Front tyre sidewall splitting

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Jul 2015 6,164 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 5,735 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2011 5,735 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 25 May 2010 5,188 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 4,828 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 4,761 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson Fatboy?

Based on 1,545 MOT tests across 131 vehicles.

89.3%
Pass Rate
462
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
131
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 8
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 8
Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format 4
Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp 3
Direction indicator incorrect colour 3
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R713 FSG is a 1997 Harley Davidson Fatboy in Red with a 1,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Harley Davidson Fatboy models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 11,847 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 Fatboy fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R713 FSG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson Fatboy typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 29 years old, this Harley Davidson Fatboy is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R713 FSG registered?

R713 FSG is a 1997 Harley Davidson Fatboy, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R713 FSG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R713 FSG shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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