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N47 LPV

1996 Harley Davidson Flstf

Purple Petrol 1340cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

32,143 mi
Last recorded32,143 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Harley Davidson Flstf18,328 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN47 LPV
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelFlstf
Year1996
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,340cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 32,143 miles

Front tyre slightly perished

Pass 28 May 2019 30,619 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 28,551 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 26,747 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 25,842 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2015 25,262 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 24,762 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 24,162 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

rear intercators are quter coverd by saddle bags

Pass 15 May 2012 23,123 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 22,057 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 19,832 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2010 19,832 miles

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 16 Apr 2009 18,244 miles
Fail 2 May 2008 17,679 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 2 May 2008 17,679 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 16,398 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 12,633 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson Flstf?

Based on 29,205 MOT tests across 2,719 vehicles.

90.2%
Pass Rate
545
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
2,719
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 139
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 103
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 99
reflector on motorcycle missing 79
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 78
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N47 LPV is a 1996 Harley Davidson Flstf in Purple with a 1,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1996 Harley Davidson Flstf models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 18,328 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 Flstf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 139 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N47 LPV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was N47 LPV registered?

N47 LPV is a 1996 Harley Davidson Flstf, first registered on 19 April 1996.

Is N47 LPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N47 LPV shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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