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H298 VGH

1990 Harley Davidson Fxr

Blue Petrol 1340cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

28,635 mi
Last recorded28,635 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 1990 Harley Davidson Fxr23,310 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH298 VGH
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelFxr
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,340cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 May 2026 28,635 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Sep 2023 28,117 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 16 Sep 2023 28,117 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 18 Mar 2022 27,391 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2022 27,386 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Feb 2021 26,135 miles

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

Fail 28 Sep 2020 26,096 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Stop lamp not working (Front brake) (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Apr 2017 25,235 miles

Exhaust noisy baffle fitted (7.1.2)

Fail 26 Apr 2017 25,235 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Exhaust noisy baffle fitted (7.1.2)

Pass 9 May 2015 22,592 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

front mudguard not fitted

Pass 17 May 2013 20,857 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 2 Jun 2012 20,073 miles

Drive belt slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 31 May 2011 18,399 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

small oil leak from nearside of engine

Fail 25 May 2011 18,399 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

small oil leak from nearside of engine

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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H298 VGH is a 1990 Harley Davidson Fxr in Blue with a 1,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1990 Harley Davidson Fxr models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 23,310 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 H298 VGH, 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 36 years old, this Harley Davidson Fxr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H298 VGH registered?

H298 VGH is a 1990 Harley Davidson Fxr, first registered on 5 November 1990.

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