Harley Davidson Trike Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Harley Davidson Trike reliable? We analysed 1,275 real MOT tests across 101 vehicles to find out.
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The Harley Davidson Trike is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include position lamp(s) not working, parking brake: efficiency below requirements and stop lamp not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Harley Davidson Trike.
Harley Davidson Trike Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Harley Davidson Trike. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Harley Davidson Trike MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Harley Davidson Trike to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Harley Davidson Trike Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Harley Davidson Trike fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Harley Davidson Trike Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Harley Davidson Trike models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Harley Davidson Trike Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Harley Davidson Trike owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Harley Davidson Trike MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Harley Davidson Trike year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 62 | 95.2% | 7,341 | 12,362 | 21,113 |
| 2007 | 117 | 94.0% | 3,847 | 13,358 | 19,994 |
| 2006 | 188 | 87.8% | 3,610 | 10,452 | 16,744 |
| 2005 | 80 | 88.8% | 5,875 | 11,695 | 17,615 |
| 2004 | 68 | 94.1% | 5,065 | 9,984 | 15,402 |
| 2000 | 70 | 92.9% | 11,266 | 15,346 | 19,036 |
| 1997 | 104 | 89.4% | 16,008 | 21,124 | 47,798 |
| 1996 | 106 | 90.6% | 13,561 | 26,337 | 34,394 |
| 1989 | 56 | 83.9% | 6,856 | 14,180 | 15,936 |
| 1987 | 74 | 85.1% | 26,046 | 30,750 | 35,642 |
How Long Does a Harley Davidson Trike Last?
Based on 101 Harley Davidson Trike vehicles on UK roads.
Harley Davidson Trike Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Harley Davidson Trike 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 Trike
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
95.2% MOT pass rate from 62 tests
83.9% MOT pass rate from 56 tests
The best year to buy a used Harley Davidson Trike is 2009, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 95.2% across 62 tests. The 1989 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 Trike Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harley Davidson Trike THIS CAR | 89.6% | 1,275 | 14,498 mi | 39 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 |
| Cpi Hussar Jr 50 | 73.1% | 527 | 9,299 mi | 23 yrs |
Compared to the Harley Davidson Flstf (90.2% pass rate) and the Harley Davidson XL (89.1% pass rate), the Harley Davidson Trike sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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The Harley Davidson Trike has an overall MOT pass rate of 89.6% across 1,275 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 Trike are position lamp(s) not working (6 recorded failures), parking brake: efficiency below requirements (5), and stop lamp not working (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.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Harley Davidson Trike 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 Trike owner drives around 508 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 Trike models stay on UK roads for around 39 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.