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Harley-davidson Fxdc Super Glide Custom Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Harley-davidson Fxdc Super Glide Custom reliable? We analysed 1,073 real MOT tests across 101 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,073 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
89.7%
Typical Mileage
10,789mi
Annual Mileage
553mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
20yrs

The Harley-davidson Fxdc Super Glide Custom is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, wheel bearings are excessively rough and stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Harley-davidson Fxdc Super Glide Custom.

Harley-davidson Fxdc Super Glide Custom Number Plates

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

Harley-davidson Fxdc Super Glide Custom MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Harley-davidson Fxdc Super Glide Custom to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

88.7%
2008
89%
2007
90.8%
2006

Harley-davidson Fxdc Super Glide Custom Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Harley-davidson Fxdc Super Glide Custom 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 6
wheel bearings are excessively rough 3
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 3
Registration plate incorrect 2
reflector on motorcycle missing 2
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 2
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 1

Harley-davidson Fxdc Super Glide Custom Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
173 mi/yr
Typical
553 mi/yr
Average
1,267 mi/yr
Heavy usage
1,546 mi/yr

Harley-davidson Fxdc Super Glide Custom MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Harley-davidson Fxdc Super Glide Custom year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2008 275 88.7% 5,634 9,679 15,082
2007 566 89.0% 6,584 11,370 17,338
2006 153 90.8% 5,146 9,150 14,122

Harley-davidson Fxdc Super Glide Custom Mileage Distribution

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

Median
10,789 mi
75th Percentile
17,346 mi
95th Percentile
31,070 mi
Max Recorded
90,209 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Harley-davidson Fxdc Super Glide Custom

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

Best year
2006

90.8% MOT pass rate from 153 tests

Year to avoid
2008

88.7% MOT pass rate from 275 tests

The best year to buy a used Harley-davidson Fxdc Super Glide Custom is 2006, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 90.8% across 153 tests. The 2008 model year has the lowest pass rate at 88.7% — 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 Fxdc Super Glide Custom Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Harley-davidson Fxdc Super Glide Custom THIS CAR 89.7% 1,073 10,789 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
Sinnis Hoodlum 125 74.9% 590 4,045 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 Fxdc Super Glide Custom outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Harley-davidson Fxdc Super Glide Custom?

The Harley-davidson Fxdc Super Glide Custom has an overall MOT pass rate of 89.7% across 1,073 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 Fxdc Super Glide Custom are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (6 recorded failures), wheel bearings are excessively rough (3), and stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (3). 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 Fxdc Super Glide Custom owner drives around 553 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 Fxdc Super Glide Custom 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 Fxdc Super Glide Custom — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Harley-davidson Fxdc Super Glide Custom reliable?
Based on 1,073 MOT tests, the Harley-davidson Fxdc Super Glide Custom has a 89.7% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Harley-davidson Fxdc Super Glide Custom?
The most common MOT failures are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, wheel bearings are excessively rough, and stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Harley-davidson Fxdc Super Glide Custom do per year?
The typical Harley-davidson Fxdc Super Glide Custom does around 553 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Harley-davidson Fxdc Super Glide Custom last?
Most Harley-davidson Fxdc Super Glide Custom models stay on UK roads for around 20 years based on our analysis of 101 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Harley-davidson Fxdc Super Glide Custom?
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 Fxdc Super Glide Custom?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Harley-davidson Fxdc Super Glide Custom is 2006 with a 90.8% pass rate across 153 tests.