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G97 FAB

1989 Harley Davidson Fxsts

Red Petrol 1340cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

2,119 mi
Last recorded2,119 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 1989 Harley Davidson Fxsts17,964 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG97 FAB
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelFxsts
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,340cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 2,119 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 Sep 2024 1,241 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 26 Jul 2024 1,193 miles

Front Position lamp missing (4.2.1 (a))

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

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

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 19 Jul 2023 17,752 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 17,693 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 17,663 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 17,662 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 17,626 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 17,583 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 17,573 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 17,548 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 17,246 miles

front tyre worn unevenly

Pass 9 May 2009 17,028 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 9 May 2009 17,028 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 26 Apr 2008 16,531 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2007 15,438 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 15,111 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson Fxsts?

Based on 1,736 MOT tests across 208 vehicles.

89.2%
Pass Rate
432
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
208
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 14
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 8
Direction indicator missing 6
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 5
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 5
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G97 FAB is a 1989 Harley Davidson Fxsts in Red with a 1,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1989 Harley Davidson Fxsts models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.4% with a typical mileage of 17,964 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 Fxsts fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G97 FAB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson Fxsts typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 37 years old, this Harley Davidson Fxsts is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G97 FAB registered?

G97 FAB is a 1989 Harley Davidson Fxsts, first registered on 16 November 1989.

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