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Harley-davidson Fxdb Street Bob Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Harley-davidson Fxdb Street Bob reliable? We analysed 2,237 real MOT tests across 226 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 2,237 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
89.5%
Typical Mileage
13,086mi
Annual Mileage
816mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
20yrs

The Harley-davidson Fxdb Street Bob is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies and reflector on motorcycle missing. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Harley-davidson Fxdb Street Bob.

Harley-davidson Fxdb Street Bob Number Plates

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

Harley-davidson Fxdb Street Bob MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

90.9%
2008
89.1%
2007
89.9%
2006

Harley-davidson Fxdb Street Bob Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Harley-davidson Fxdb Street Bob 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 13
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 11
reflector on motorcycle missing 8
Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background 6
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 5
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 5
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 4

Harley-davidson Fxdb Street Bob Common Faults & Problems

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

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 5

Harley-davidson Fxdb Street Bob Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
270 mi/yr
Typical
816 mi/yr
Average
1,357 mi/yr
Heavy usage
1,730 mi/yr

Harley-davidson Fxdb Street Bob MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2008 287 90.9% 5,706 9,306 15,972
2007 1,043 89.1% 7,226 13,180 20,424
2006 779 89.9% 8,738 13,991 21,037

How Long Does a Harley-davidson Fxdb Street Bob Last?

Based on 226 Harley-davidson Fxdb Street Bob vehicles on UK roads.

Average
12.6 years
Median
16.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
20 years

Harley-davidson Fxdb Street Bob Mileage Distribution

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

Median
13,086 mi
75th Percentile
20,546 mi
95th Percentile
34,361 mi
Max Recorded
177,876 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Harley-davidson Fxdb Street Bob

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

Best year
2008

90.9% MOT pass rate from 287 tests

Year to avoid
2007

89.1% MOT pass rate from 1,043 tests

The best year to buy a used Harley-davidson Fxdb Street Bob is 2008, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 90.9% across 287 tests. The 2007 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 Fxdb Street Bob Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Harley-davidson Fxdb Street Bob THIS CAR 89.5% 2,237 13,086 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
Suzuki Gsf 650 K8 86.7% 2,681 15,195 mi 18 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 Fxdb Street Bob outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Harley-davidson Fxdb Street Bob?

The Harley-davidson Fxdb Street Bob has an overall MOT pass rate of 89.5% across 2,237 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 Fxdb Street Bob are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (13 recorded failures), stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (11), and reflector on motorcycle missing (8). 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.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Harley-davidson Fxdb Street Bob 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 Fxdb Street Bob owner drives around 816 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 Fxdb Street Bob 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 Fxdb Street Bob — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Harley-davidson Fxdb Street Bob reliable?
Based on 2,237 MOT tests, the Harley-davidson Fxdb Street Bob has a 89.5% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Harley-davidson Fxdb Street Bob?
The most common MOT failures are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, and reflector on motorcycle missing. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Harley-davidson Fxdb Street Bob do per year?
The typical Harley-davidson Fxdb Street Bob does around 816 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Harley-davidson Fxdb Street Bob last?
Most Harley-davidson Fxdb Street Bob models stay on UK roads for around 20 years based on our analysis of 226 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Harley-davidson Fxdb Street Bob?
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 Fxdb Street Bob?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Harley-davidson Fxdb Street Bob is 2008 with a 90.9% pass rate across 287 tests.