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N451 JBM

1996 Harley Davidson Fat Boy

Black Petrol 1340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

41,374 mi
Last recorded41,374 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2020
Typical for 1996 Harley Davidson Fat Boy15,108 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN451 JBM
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelFat Boy
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,340cc
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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2020 41,374 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jun 2018 41,050 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 40,169 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 38,670 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 34,751 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 32,150 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 30,276 miles

none standard exhaust fitted

Pass 30 Mar 2009 26,749 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 23,939 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 20,307 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2007 20,307 miles

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 24 Mar 2006 17,501 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson Fat Boy?

Based on 2,485 MOT tests across 307 vehicles.

90.4%
Pass Rate
498
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
307
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 13
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 12
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 6
Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background 4
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N451 JBM is a 1996 Harley Davidson Fat Boy in Black with a 1,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1996 Harley Davidson Fat Boy models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 15,108 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley Davidson Fat Boy fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N451 JBM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was N451 JBM registered?

N451 JBM is a 1996 Harley Davidson Fat Boy, first registered on 25 April 1996.

Is N451 JBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for N451 JBM shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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