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N279 YNC

1996 Harley Davidson Fatboy

Blue Petrol 1340cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

Typical for 1996 Harley Davidson Fatboy27,500 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN279 YNC
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelFatboy
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,340cc
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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026
Pass 14 Apr 2025 26,978 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2025 26,899 miles

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

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

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Mar 2024
Pass 27 May 2023 24,239 miles
Pass 21 May 2022 23,983 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2021 23,059 miles

Exhaust noisy harley davidson growl (8.1.1 (a))

headlamp beam image, slightly cloudy

Pass 24 Mar 2020 22,639 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Apr 2019 22,789 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2018 21,976 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 8 Apr 2017 21,298 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 21,083 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 20,979 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 18,389 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 16,368 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 15,869 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 14,958 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2008 14,733 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 14,573 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2007 14,561 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 27 Aug 2005 14,231 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson Fatboy?

Based on 1,545 MOT tests across 131 vehicles.

89.3%
Pass Rate
462
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
131
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 8
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 8
Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format 4
Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp 3
Direction indicator incorrect colour 3
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N279 YNC is a 1996 Harley Davidson Fatboy in Blue with a 1,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1996 Harley Davidson Fatboy models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 27,500 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley Davidson Fatboy fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N279 YNC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson Fatboy typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 30 years old, this Harley Davidson Fatboy is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N279 YNC registered?

N279 YNC is a 1996 Harley Davidson Fatboy, first registered on 25 March 1996.

Is N279 YNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N279 YNC shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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