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Harley-davidson Flstfi Fatboy Fuel Injected Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Harley-davidson Flstfi Fatboy Fuel Injected reliable? We analysed 1,359 real MOT tests across 179 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,359 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
90.7%
Typical Mileage
10,238mi
Annual Mileage
438mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
25yrs

The Harley-davidson Flstfi Fatboy Fuel Injected is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition, brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick and reflector on motorcycle missing. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Harley-davidson Flstfi Fatboy Fuel Injected.

Harley-davidson Flstfi Fatboy Fuel Injected Number Plates

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

Harley-davidson Flstfi Fatboy Fuel Injected MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

92.2%
2006
86.7%
2005
87.9%
2004
92.6%
2003
91%
2002
93.6%
2001

Harley-davidson Flstfi Fatboy Fuel Injected Problems — What Goes Wrong?

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

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 7
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4
reflector on motorcycle missing 4
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 4
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 3
Brake disc(s) has excessive run out 2
Registration plate incorrect 2
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 2

Harley-davidson Flstfi Fatboy Fuel Injected Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
144 mi/yr
Typical
438 mi/yr
Average
1,010 mi/yr
Heavy usage
1,160 mi/yr

Harley-davidson Flstfi Fatboy Fuel Injected MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2006 218 92.2% 6,866 11,046 19,127
2005 135 86.7% 3,667 5,732 11,867
2004 321 87.9% 5,099 9,398 19,209
2003 202 92.6% 5,842 8,342 14,760
2002 222 91.0% 6,105 10,664 14,466
2001 140 93.6% 9,164 11,932 15,881

How Long Does a Harley-davidson Flstfi Fatboy Fuel Injected Last?

Based on 179 Harley-davidson Flstfi Fatboy Fuel Injected vehicles on UK roads.

Average
12.1 years
Median
11.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
25 years

Harley-davidson Flstfi Fatboy Fuel Injected Mileage Distribution

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

Median
10,238 mi
75th Percentile
16,588 mi
95th Percentile
36,178 mi
Max Recorded
90,730 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Harley-davidson Flstfi Fatboy Fuel Injected

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

Best year
2001

93.6% MOT pass rate from 140 tests

Year to avoid
2005

86.7% MOT pass rate from 135 tests

The best year to buy a used Harley-davidson Flstfi Fatboy Fuel Injected is 2001, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 93.6% across 140 tests. The 2005 model year has the lowest pass rate at 86.7% — 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 Flstfi Fatboy Fuel Injected Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Harley-davidson Flstfi Fatboy Fuel Injected THIS CAR 90.7% 1,359 10,238 mi 25 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
BMW 318D M Sport Auto 87.7% 617 88,833 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 Flstfi Fatboy Fuel Injected outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Harley-davidson Flstfi Fatboy Fuel Injected?

The Harley-davidson Flstfi Fatboy Fuel Injected has an overall MOT pass rate of 90.7% across 1,359 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 Flstfi Fatboy Fuel Injected are exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7 recorded failures), brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (4), and reflector on motorcycle missing (4). 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 Flstfi Fatboy Fuel Injected owner drives around 438 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 Flstfi Fatboy Fuel Injected models stay on UK roads for around 25 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 Flstfi Fatboy Fuel Injected — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Harley-davidson Flstfi Fatboy Fuel Injected reliable?
Based on 1,359 MOT tests, the Harley-davidson Flstfi Fatboy Fuel Injected has a 90.7% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Harley-davidson Flstfi Fatboy Fuel Injected?
The most common MOT failures are exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition, brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, and reflector on motorcycle missing. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Harley-davidson Flstfi Fatboy Fuel Injected do per year?
The typical Harley-davidson Flstfi Fatboy Fuel Injected does around 438 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Harley-davidson Flstfi Fatboy Fuel Injected last?
Most Harley-davidson Flstfi Fatboy Fuel Injected models stay on UK roads for around 25 years based on our analysis of 179 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Harley-davidson Flstfi Fatboy Fuel Injected?
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 Flstfi Fatboy Fuel Injected?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Harley-davidson Flstfi Fatboy Fuel Injected is 2001 with a 93.6% pass rate across 140 tests.