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N849 DMM

1996 Harley Davidson Softail

Green Petrol 1340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

39,716 mi
Last recorded39,716 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2020
Typical for 1996 Harley Davidson Softail24,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN849 DMM
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSoftail
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,340cc
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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2020 39,716 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 39,590 miles

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

Pillion seat slightly loose (6.2.6 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2018 39,388 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 39,168 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 39,054 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2016 39,054 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 6 Jun 2015 38,952 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 38,400 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 38,182 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 37,800 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 36,895 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 35,574 miles

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Pass 23 Jun 2009 34,524 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 33,438 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 32,942 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 31,827 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson Softail?

Based on 1,567 MOT tests across 220 vehicles.

87.7%
Pass Rate
512
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
220
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
Direction indicator missing 9
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 6
reflector on motorcycle missing 6
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 3
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N849 DMM is a 1996 Harley Davidson Softail in Green with a 1,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1996 Harley Davidson Softail models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.2% with a typical mileage of 24,614 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley Davidson Softail fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N849 DMM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson Softail typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 30 years old, this Harley Davidson Softail is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N849 DMM registered?

N849 DMM is a 1996 Harley Davidson Softail, first registered on 21 June 1996.

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