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S228 JLM

1998 Harley Davidson Fat Boy

Black Petrol 1340cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

27,585 mi
Last recorded27,585 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Harley Davidson Fat Boy14,584 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS228 JLM
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelFat Boy
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,340cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 27,585 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2024 27,023 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2024 27,023 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 May 2023 27,000 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 26,743 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 26,358 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 25,940 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 25,135 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 25,018 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 23,963 miles

no front mudguard fitted

Pass 21 May 2014 22,301 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Jun 2013 20,707 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 19,498 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 26 May 2012 19,498 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 12 Apr 2011 18,132 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2011 18,132 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 26 Apr 2010 17,363 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 15,825 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

no front mudguard missing

Pass 25 Apr 2008 15,183 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 13,946 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 12,352 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson Fat Boy?

Based on 2,485 MOT tests across 307 vehicles.

90.4%
Pass Rate
498
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
307
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 13
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 12
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 6
Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background 4
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S228 JLM is a 1998 Harley Davidson Fat Boy in Black with a 1,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1998 Harley Davidson Fat Boy models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 14,584 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 Fat Boy fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S228 JLM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson Fat Boy typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 28 years old, this Harley Davidson Fat Boy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was S228 JLM registered?

S228 JLM is a 1998 Harley Davidson Fat Boy, first registered on 18 August 1998.

Is S228 JLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for S228 JLM shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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