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GU08 VJG

2008 Harley-davidson Fxdf Fat Bob

Black Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

18,034 mi
Last recorded18,034 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Harley-davidson Fxdf Fat Bob14,129 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU08 VJG
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelFxdf Fat Bob
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 18,034 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Jul 2024 17,422 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Feb 2023 17,212 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2023 17,188 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2021 16,419 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 2 Mar 2019 16,075 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 15,485 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2017 14,530 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2017 14,530 miles

Central Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Central Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 8 May 2015 13,216 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 22 Mar 2014 12,351 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 10,409 miles

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 21 Apr 2011 8,397 miles

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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GU08 VJG is a 2008 Harley-davidson Fxdf Fat Bob in Black with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 GU08 VJG, 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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What year was GU08 VJG registered?

GU08 VJG is a 2008 Harley-davidson Fxdf Fat Bob, first registered on 3 April 2008.

Is GU08 VJG safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU08 VJG shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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