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B74 MWV

1985 Harley Davidson Fxr

Black Petrol 1340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

16,141 mi
Last recorded16,141 miles
Recorded on23 May 2025
Typical for 1985 Harley Davidson Fxr18,894 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB74 MWV
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelFxr
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,340cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 May 2025 16,141 miles

handle bars slight free play in mounting bushes

Pass 16 Feb 2024 16,102 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2022 15,993 miles

Drive belt pulley slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2019 15,818 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2018 15,197 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 15,191 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 28 Jul 2016 15,191 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 17 May 2014 15,188 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 17 May 2014 15,188 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 27 Aug 2010 14,974 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 14,874 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2009 14,873 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 19 Jun 2008 14,381 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson Fxr?

Based on 4,756 MOT tests across 471 vehicles.

88.5%
Pass Rate
495
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
471
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 35
reflector on motorcycle missing 33
Direction indicator missing 19
wheel bearings have excessive free play 19
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 16
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B74 MWV is a 1985 Harley Davidson Fxr in Black with a 1,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1985 Harley Davidson Fxr models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 18,894 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Harley Davidson Fxr fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B74 MWV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson Fxr typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 41 years old, this Harley Davidson Fxr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B74 MWV registered?

B74 MWV is a 1985 Harley Davidson Fxr, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B74 MWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for B74 MWV shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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