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Harley-davidson Flhtcu Electraglide Ultra Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Harley-davidson Flhtcu Electraglide Ultra reliable? We analysed 1,082 real MOT tests across 121 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,082 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
93.4%
Typical Mileage
22,634mi
Annual Mileage
1,509mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
20yrs

The Harley-davidson Flhtcu Electraglide Ultra is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm and registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Harley-davidson Flhtcu Electraglide Ultra.

Harley-davidson Flhtcu Electraglide Ultra Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Harley-davidson Flhtcu Electraglide Ultra. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Harley-davidson Flhtcu Electraglide Ultra MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Harley-davidson Flhtcu Electraglide Ultra to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

92%
2008
94%
2007
95.8%
2006

Harley-davidson Flhtcu Electraglide Ultra Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Harley-davidson Flhtcu Electraglide Ultra fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 6
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 3
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 2
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 2
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 2
Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format 2

Harley-davidson Flhtcu Electraglide Ultra Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Harley-davidson Flhtcu Electraglide Ultra owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
454 mi/yr
Typical
1,509 mi/yr
Average
2,176 mi/yr
Heavy usage
3,129 mi/yr

Harley-davidson Flhtcu Electraglide Ultra MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Harley-davidson Flhtcu Electraglide Ultra year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2008 362 92.0% 14,983 23,673 34,111
2007 553 94.0% 14,034 22,293 31,050
2006 95 95.8% 12,890 16,200 27,597

How Long Does a Harley-davidson Flhtcu Electraglide Ultra Last?

Based on 121 Harley-davidson Flhtcu Electraglide Ultra vehicles on UK roads.

Average
12.0 years
Median
15.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
20 years

Harley-davidson Flhtcu Electraglide Ultra Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Harley-davidson Flhtcu Electraglide Ultra MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
22,634 mi
75th Percentile
32,419 mi
95th Percentile
52,578 mi
Max Recorded
126,396 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Harley-davidson Flhtcu Electraglide Ultra

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2006

95.8% MOT pass rate from 95 tests

Year to avoid
2008

92.0% MOT pass rate from 362 tests

The best year to buy a used Harley-davidson Flhtcu Electraglide Ultra is 2006, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 95.8% across 95 tests. The 2008 model year has the lowest pass rate at 92.0% — 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 Flhtcu Electraglide Ultra Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Harley-davidson Flhtcu Electraglide Ultra THIS CAR 93.4% 1,082 22,634 mi 20 yrs
Harley-davidson Xlh 883 88.8% 47,203 10,536 mi 38 yrs
Harley-davidson XL 1200 C Custom Sport 89.4% 16,429 10,286 mi 29 yrs
Harley-davidson XL53 C 88.6% 15,043 11,058 mi 28 yrs
Hyundai Tucson Ultimate T-gdi MHEV S-a 90.1% 1,414 27,358 mi — yrs

Compared to the Harley-davidson Xlh 883 (88.8% pass rate) and the Harley-davidson XL 1200 C Custom Sport (89.4% pass rate), the Harley-davidson Flhtcu Electraglide Ultra outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Harley-davidson Flhtcu Electraglide Ultra?

The Harley-davidson Flhtcu Electraglide Ultra has an overall MOT pass rate of 93.4% across 1,082 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 Flhtcu Electraglide Ultra are brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (6 recorded failures), tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (3), and registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (2). 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 Flhtcu Electraglide Ultra owner drives around 1,509 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 Flhtcu Electraglide Ultra models stay on UK roads for around 20 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.

Harley-davidson Flhtcu Electraglide Ultra — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Harley-davidson Flhtcu Electraglide Ultra reliable?
Based on 1,082 MOT tests, the Harley-davidson Flhtcu Electraglide Ultra has a 93.4% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Harley-davidson Flhtcu Electraglide Ultra?
The most common MOT failures are brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, and registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Harley-davidson Flhtcu Electraglide Ultra do per year?
The typical Harley-davidson Flhtcu Electraglide Ultra does around 1,509 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Harley-davidson Flhtcu Electraglide Ultra last?
Most Harley-davidson Flhtcu Electraglide Ultra models stay on UK roads for around 20 years based on our analysis of 121 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Harley-davidson Flhtcu Electraglide Ultra?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Harley-davidson Flhtcu Electraglide Ultra?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Harley-davidson Flhtcu Electraglide Ultra is 2006 with a 95.8% pass rate across 95 tests.