Harley Davidson Custom Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Harley Davidson Custom car check
Is the Harley Davidson Custom reliable? We analysed 978 real MOT tests across 108 vehicles to find out.
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The Harley Davidson Custom is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, reflector on motorcycle missing and tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Harley Davidson Custom.
Harley Davidson Custom Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Harley Davidson Custom. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Harley Davidson Custom MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Harley Davidson Custom to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Harley Davidson Custom Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Harley Davidson Custom fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Harley Davidson Custom Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Harley Davidson Custom owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Harley Davidson Custom MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Harley Davidson Custom year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 74 | 82.4% | 5,594 | 7,390 | 11,507 |
| 1996 | 92 | 87.0% | 13,187 | 25,016 | 33,498 |
| 1995 | 53 | 90.6% | 14,888 | 24,522 | 30,036 |
| 1994 | 99 | 84.8% | 2,670 | 15,386 | 26,145 |
| 1993 | 69 | 85.5% | 1,749 | 4,437 | 58,350 |
| 1991 | 111 | 88.3% | 2,272 | 12,076 | 23,086 |
| 1990 | 63 | 82.5% | 6,568 | 29,898 | 32,975 |
How Long Does a Harley Davidson Custom Last?
Based on 108 Harley Davidson Custom vehicles on UK roads.
Harley Davidson Custom Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Harley Davidson Custom MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Harley Davidson Custom
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
90.6% MOT pass rate from 53 tests
82.4% MOT pass rate from 74 tests
The best year to buy a used Harley Davidson Custom is 1995, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 90.6% across 53 tests. The 2000 model year has the lowest pass rate at 82.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Harley Davidson Custom Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harley Davidson Custom THIS CAR | 86.1% | 978 | 11,993 mi | 36 yrs |
| Harley Davidson Flstf | 90.2% | 29,205 | 12,821 mi | 36 yrs |
| Harley Davidson XL | 89.1% | 22,811 | 6,150 mi | 13 yrs |
| Harley Davidson Flstc | 90.4% | 18,909 | 18,256 mi | 37 yrs |
| Vauxhall Movano L3H2 F3500 ED T D S/s | 76.1% | 586 | 42,862 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Harley Davidson Flstf (90.2% pass rate) and the Harley Davidson XL (89.1% pass rate), the Harley Davidson Custom trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Harley Davidson Custom has an overall MOT pass rate of 86.1% across 978 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Harley Davidson Custom are stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (11 recorded failures), reflector on motorcycle missing (6), and tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (6). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Harley Davidson Custom owner drives around 518 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Harley Davidson Custom models stay on UK roads for around 36 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.