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P278 PDX

1996 Harley Davidson Custom

Black Petrol 1340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

49,609 mi
Last recorded49,609 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2024
Typical for 1996 Harley Davidson Custom25,016 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP278 PDX
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelCustom
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,340cc
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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2024 49,609 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2024 49,609 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2023 49,117 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 48,161 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2018 48,161 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 4 Feb 2017 46,712 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 45,071 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 8 May 2015 43,679 miles

front tyre sidewalls slight cracks

Pass 23 Sep 2013 41,750 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Sep 2012 41,540 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 24 Aug 2011 40,834 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2010 39,715 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2009 39,068 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2008 37,495 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 36,208 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

offside swinging arm adjuster plate loose

Pass 25 Aug 2006 35,136 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2006 35,136 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 9 Sep 2005 33,732 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2005 33,732 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.2.B2b)

Front Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Nearside Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Plate brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.B1a)

Rear Brake component is slightly distorted (3.1.5)

Rear Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson Custom?

Based on 978 MOT tests across 108 vehicles.

86.1%
Pass Rate
518
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
108
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 11
reflector on motorcycle missing 6
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 6
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 6
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 6
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P278 PDX is a 1996 Harley Davidson Custom in Black with a 1,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1996 Harley Davidson Custom models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 25,016 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 Custom fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 11 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P278 PDX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was P278 PDX registered?

P278 PDX is a 1996 Harley Davidson Custom, first registered on 29 November 1996.

Is P278 PDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P278 PDX shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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