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DL54 BHZ

2005 Harley Davidson Softail

Blue Petrol 1450cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

36,434 mi
Last recorded36,434 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDL54 BHZ
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSoftail
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,450cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 36,434 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2025 36,434 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Jan 2025 30,019 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Jan 2024 21,519 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Jan 2023 17,055 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 9 Jan 2023 17,039 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jan 2022 13,183 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2022 13,183 miles

Handlebar so insecure it is likely to become detached Riser bolts loose (2.2.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 Jan 2021 10,587 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Aug 2019 9,502 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2018 9,291 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 9,271 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson Softail?

Based on 1,567 MOT tests across 220 vehicles.

87.7%
Pass Rate
512
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
220
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
Direction indicator missing 9
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 6
reflector on motorcycle missing 6
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 3
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DL54 BHZ is a 2005 Harley Davidson Softail in Blue with a 1,450cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

The most common reason a Harley Davidson Softail fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DL54 BHZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson Softail typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 21 years old, this Harley Davidson Softail is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DL54 BHZ registered?

DL54 BHZ is a 2005 Harley Davidson Softail, first registered on 31 December 2005.

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