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N423 JLW

1996 Harley Davidson Fatboy

Black Petrol 1450cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Feb 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

49,025 mi
Last recorded49,025 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 1996 Harley Davidson Fatboy27,500 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN423 JLW
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelFatboy
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,450cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 13 Feb 2026 49,025 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2025 47,810 miles

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2024 46,472 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2023 45,647 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2022 44,471 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 42,656 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 41,314 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 41,137 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 40,660 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 39,090 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 29 May 2014 39,085 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Apr 2013 38,227 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Apr 2012 37,790 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 36,343 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2010 34,529 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Apr 2009 26,801 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Apr 2008 24,478 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 15,726 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 12,572 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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N423 JLW is a 1996 Harley Davidson Fatboy in Black with a 1,450cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 N423 JLW, 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 N423 JLW registered?

N423 JLW is a 1996 Harley Davidson Fatboy, first registered on 19 May 1996.

Is N423 JLW safe to buy?

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