CarVerify

Harley-davidson Flstf Fatboy 1690 12 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

Free Harley-davidson Flstf Fatboy 1690 12 car check

Is the Harley-davidson Flstf Fatboy 1690 12 reliable? We analysed 1,156 real MOT tests across 119 vehicles to find out.

Got a specific Harley-davidson Flstf Fatboy 1690 12? Enter the reg for a free check:

Free basic check Reports from £4.99 Results in seconds
Data last updated: · Based on 1,156 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
90.9%
Typical Mileage
9,741mi
Annual Mileage
727mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
15yrs

The Harley-davidson Flstf Fatboy 1690 12 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Harley-davidson Flstf Fatboy 1690 12.

Harley-davidson Flstf Fatboy 1690 12 Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Harley-davidson Flstf Fatboy 1690 12. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Harley-davidson Flstf Fatboy 1690 12 MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Harley-davidson Flstf Fatboy 1690 12 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

89.1%
2013
91%
2012
91.7%
2011

Harley-davidson Flstf Fatboy 1690 12 Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Harley-davidson Flstf Fatboy 1690 12 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 4
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 2

Harley-davidson Flstf Fatboy 1690 12 Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Harley-davidson Flstf Fatboy 1690 12 models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released 5
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 4
Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick 4
Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released 3

Harley-davidson Flstf Fatboy 1690 12 Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Harley-davidson Flstf Fatboy 1690 12 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
219 mi/yr
Typical
727 mi/yr
Average
1,347 mi/yr
Heavy usage
1,735 mi/yr

Harley-davidson Flstf Fatboy 1690 12 MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Harley-davidson Flstf Fatboy 1690 12 year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2013 147 89.1% 5,204 7,007 13,414
2012 675 91.0% 3,927 9,425 15,588
2011 314 91.7% 6,350 11,270 20,144

How Long Does a Harley-davidson Flstf Fatboy 1690 12 Last?

Based on 119 Harley-davidson Flstf Fatboy 1690 12 vehicles on UK roads.

Average
11.6 years
Median
13.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
15 years

Harley-davidson Flstf Fatboy 1690 12 Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Harley-davidson Flstf Fatboy 1690 12 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
9,741 mi
75th Percentile
16,412 mi
95th Percentile
29,890 mi
Max Recorded
115,080 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Harley-davidson Flstf Fatboy 1690 12

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

Best year
2011

91.7% MOT pass rate from 314 tests

Year to avoid
2013

89.1% MOT pass rate from 147 tests

The best year to buy a used Harley-davidson Flstf Fatboy 1690 12 is 2011, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 91.7% across 314 tests. The 2013 model year has the lowest pass rate at 89.1% — 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 Flstf Fatboy 1690 12 Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Harley-davidson Flstf Fatboy 1690 12 THIS CAR 90.9% 1,156 9,741 mi 15 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
Volkswagen Tiguan Aspace R-line TDI 4M Sa 86.5% 1,724 42,035 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 Flstf Fatboy 1690 12 outperforms both on MOT reliability.

Found a Harley-davidson Flstf Fatboy 1690 12 you like?

Run a full vehicle history check on the specific car. See finance, stolen, write-off, mileage and MOT data for that exact vehicle.

Check a specific Harley-davidson Flstf Fatboy 1690 12

Should you buy a used Harley-davidson Flstf Fatboy 1690 12?

The Harley-davidson Flstf Fatboy 1690 12 has an overall MOT pass rate of 90.9% across 1,156 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

The most common failure point is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm with 4 recorded occurrences. Check for this on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Harley-davidson Flstf Fatboy 1690 12 with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Harley-davidson Flstf Fatboy 1690 12 owner drives around 727 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 Flstf Fatboy 1690 12 models stay on UK roads for around 15 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 Flstf Fatboy 1690 12 — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Harley-davidson Flstf Fatboy 1690 12 reliable?
Based on 1,156 MOT tests, the Harley-davidson Flstf Fatboy 1690 12 has a 90.9% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Harley-davidson Flstf Fatboy 1690 12?
The most common failure point is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm.
How many miles does a Harley-davidson Flstf Fatboy 1690 12 do per year?
The typical Harley-davidson Flstf Fatboy 1690 12 does around 727 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Harley-davidson Flstf Fatboy 1690 12 last?
Most Harley-davidson Flstf Fatboy 1690 12 models stay on UK roads for around 15 years based on our analysis of 119 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Harley-davidson Flstf Fatboy 1690 12?
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 Flstf Fatboy 1690 12?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Harley-davidson Flstf Fatboy 1690 12 is 2011 with a 91.7% pass rate across 314 tests.