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2008 Harley-davidson Fxdf Fat Bob

Black Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

28,037 mi
Last recorded28,037 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Harley-davidson Fxdf Fat Bob14,129 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD08 DAY
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelFxdf Fat Bob
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2025 28,037 miles

Exhaust noisy slightly more than std (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Aug 2024 27,416 miles

Exhaust noisy slightly more than std (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Aug 2023 26,517 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 25,602 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy slightly more than std (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Jul 2021 24,404 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Exhaust noisy slightly more than std (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 24 Jul 2021 24,404 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Exhaust noisy slightly more than std (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 31 Jul 2020 23,489 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 23,048 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2018 21,696 miles

exhaust noisy

Pass 1 Sep 2017 18,302 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 3 Sep 2016 15,342 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 3 Sep 2016 15,342 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 4 Sep 2015 12,041 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 4 Sep 2015 12,041 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 3 Sep 2014 6,338 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2013 6,201 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 6,051 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 May 2012 5,367 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 4,640 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 26 May 2011 4,640 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson Fxdf Fat Bob?

Based on 1,169 MOT tests across 122 vehicles.

87.7%
Pass Rate
767
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
122
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 7
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 4
reflector on motorcycle missing 3
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 3
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 3
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GD08 DAY is a 2008 Harley-davidson Fxdf Fat Bob in Black with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2008 Harley-davidson Fxdf Fat Bob models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 14,129 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 Fxdf Fat Bob fails its MOT is exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GD08 DAY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson Fxdf Fat Bob typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Harley-davidson Fxdf Fat Bob is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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GD08 DAY is a 2008 Harley-davidson Fxdf Fat Bob, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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