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P291 PDX

1997 Harley Davidson Fat Boy

Blue Petrol 1340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2019
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

59,429 mi
Last recorded59,429 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2018
Typical for 1997 Harley Davidson Fat Boy19,131 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP291 PDX
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelFat Boy
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,340cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2018 59,429 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Oct 2017 57,789 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Oct 2016 55,404 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Rear tread depth 2mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 2 Oct 2015 53,882 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake component is slightly corroded brake pipe corroded (3.1.5)

Fail 2 Oct 2015 53,882 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake caliper(s) insecure (3.2.A1j)

Front Brake component is slightly corroded brake pipe corroded (3.1.5)

Pass 11 Oct 2014 52,725 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Oct 2013 51,684 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Oct 2012 50,760 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Oct 2011 49,755 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2010 48,740 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2009 47,273 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2008 44,233 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2007 42,115 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2006 38,050 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2005 34,844 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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P291 PDX is a 1997 Harley Davidson Fat Boy in Blue with a 1,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1997 Harley Davidson Fat Boy models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 19,131 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 P291 PDX, 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 29 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 P291 PDX registered?

P291 PDX is a 1997 Harley Davidson Fat Boy, first registered on 31 January 1997.

Is P291 PDX safe to buy?

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