Harley Davidson Fxdbc Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Harley Davidson Fxdbc car check
Is the Harley Davidson Fxdbc reliable? We analysed 991 real MOT tests across 143 vehicles to find out.
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The Harley Davidson Fxdbc is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Harley Davidson Fxdbc.
Harley Davidson Fxdbc Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Harley Davidson Fxdbc. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Harley Davidson Fxdbc MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Harley Davidson Fxdbc to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Harley Davidson Fxdbc Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Harley Davidson Fxdbc models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Harley Davidson Fxdbc Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Harley Davidson Fxdbc owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Harley Davidson Fxdbc MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Harley Davidson Fxdbc year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 686 | 85.1% | 5,125 | 8,071 | 13,544 |
| 2015 | 292 | 83.9% | 6,654 | 9,734 | 15,381 |
How Long Does a Harley Davidson Fxdbc Last?
Based on 143 Harley Davidson Fxdbc vehicles on UK roads.
Harley Davidson Fxdbc Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Harley Davidson Fxdbc 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 Fxdbc
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
85.1% MOT pass rate from 686 tests
83.9% MOT pass rate from 292 tests
The best year to buy a used Harley Davidson Fxdbc is 2016, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 85.1% across 686 tests. The 2015 model year has the lowest pass rate at 83.9% — 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 Fxdbc Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harley Davidson Fxdbc THIS CAR | 84.8% | 991 | 8,532 mi | 11 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 |
| BMW 116I SE | 81% | 1,003 | 92,713 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Harley Davidson Flstf (90.2% pass rate) and the Harley Davidson XL (89.1% pass rate), the Harley Davidson Fxdbc trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Harley Davidson Fxdbc has an overall MOT pass rate of 84.8% across 991 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
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 Fxdbc 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 Fxdbc owner drives around 777 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 Fxdbc models stay on UK roads for around 11 years. 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.