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M5 ELC

1997 Harley-davidson Flst

White Petrol 1340cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

6,487 mi
Last recorded6,487 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Harley-davidson Flst14,862 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM5 ELC
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelFlst
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,340cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 20 May 2026 6,487 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2025 6,425 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2024 5,100 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 5,051 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2015 4,991 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 4,971 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Jul 2013 4,755 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 4,755 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 4,730 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 4,410 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2009 4,228 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 4,344 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 2,260 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson Flst?

Based on 1,380 MOT tests across 134 vehicles.

89.2%
Pass Rate
424
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
134
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 11
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 6
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 4
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 3
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M5 ELC is a 1997 Harley-davidson Flst in White with a 1,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Harley-davidson Flst models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.0% with a typical mileage of 14,862 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley-davidson Flst fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 11 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M5 ELC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson Flst typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 29 years old, this Harley-davidson Flst is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M5 ELC registered?

M5 ELC is a 1997 Harley-davidson Flst, first registered on 21 April 1997.

Is M5 ELC safe to buy?

The MOT history for M5 ELC shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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