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S113 XUY

1998 Harley Davidson Fxst

Black Petrol 1340cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

54,524 mi
Last recorded54,524 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Harley Davidson Fxst33,106 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS113 XUY
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelFxst
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,340cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 54,524 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2025 54,524 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 30 Jul 2024 54,450 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2023 54,205 miles

Drive belt slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 24 Jul 2023 54,205 miles

Drive belt slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel spindle locking device missing (5.2.1 (d))

Handlebar so insecure it is likely to become detached (2.2.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Jul 2019 54,011 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 53,834 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 53,428 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Oil leak

Rear tyre has a rubb mark near/side outer edge!

Fail 24 Jul 2015 53,428 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Oil leak

Rear tyre has a rubb mark near/side outer edge!

Pass 2 Jul 2014 52,310 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2014 52,310 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

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

Pass 23 May 2012 51,151 miles

front tyre starting to perish on side walls

rear tyre slightly damaged due to rear wheel alignment

Fail 23 May 2012 51,151 miles

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

front tyre starting to perish on side walls

rear tyre slightly damaged due to rear wheel alignment

Pass 28 Jul 2010 50,808 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2010 50,758 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 25 Apr 2009 49,307 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2009 49,307 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 25 Apr 2008 47,859 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Headlamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 28 Apr 2007 43,581 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 39,983 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson Fxst?

Based on 3,170 MOT tests across 323 vehicles.

89.5%
Pass Rate
536
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
323
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 17
reflector on motorcycle missing 17
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 12
Direction indicator missing 12
Direction indicators not working 8
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S113 XUY is a 1998 Harley Davidson Fxst in Black with a 1,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

Across all 1998 Harley Davidson Fxst models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 33,106 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 Fxst fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 17 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S113 XUY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson Fxst typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 28 years old, this Harley Davidson Fxst is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was S113 XUY registered?

S113 XUY is a 1998 Harley Davidson Fxst, first registered on 1 October 1998.

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