Harley Davidson Flhs Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Harley Davidson Flhs reliable? We analysed 1,224 real MOT tests across 124 vehicles to find out.
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The Harley Davidson Flhs is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, direction indicators not working and direction indicator not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Harley Davidson Flhs.
Harley Davidson Flhs Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Harley Davidson Flhs. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Harley Davidson Flhs MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Harley Davidson Flhs to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Harley Davidson Flhs Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Harley Davidson Flhs fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Harley Davidson Flhs Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Harley Davidson Flhs owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Harley Davidson Flhs MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Harley Davidson Flhs year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | 93 | 89.2% | 25,884 | 38,591 | 55,300 |
| 1992 | 147 | 93.9% | 19,118 | 28,604 | 44,666 |
| 1991 | 223 | 88.3% | 10,343 | 28,738 | 37,756 |
| 1990 | 192 | 89.1% | 13,172 | 22,530 | 54,833 |
| 1989 | 232 | 90.1% | 13,604 | 31,214 | 48,584 |
| 1988 | 52 | 88.5% | 27,556 | 30,232 | 33,340 |
| 1987 | 73 | 87.7% | 5,950 | 15,409 | 38,288 |
| 1981 | 53 | 88.7% | 4,801 | 8,012 | 10,572 |
How Long Does a Harley Davidson Flhs Last?
Based on 124 Harley Davidson Flhs vehicles on UK roads.
Harley Davidson Flhs Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Harley Davidson Flhs 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 Flhs
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
93.9% MOT pass rate from 147 tests
87.7% MOT pass rate from 73 tests
The best year to buy a used Harley Davidson Flhs is 1992, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 93.9% across 147 tests. The 1987 model year has the lowest pass rate at 87.7% — 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 Flhs Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harley Davidson Flhs THIS CAR | 89.7% | 1,224 | 27,230 mi | 45 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 |
| Piaggio Vespa Gts 300 Supersport Abs | 95.9% | 727 | 3,611 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Harley Davidson Flstf (90.2% pass rate) and the Harley Davidson XL (89.1% pass rate), the Harley Davidson Flhs sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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The Harley Davidson Flhs has an overall MOT pass rate of 89.7% across 1,224 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 Flhs are stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (17 recorded failures), direction indicators not working (6), and direction indicator not working (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 Flhs owner drives around 536 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 Flhs models stay on UK roads for around 45 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.