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P316 JYB

1996 Harley Davidson Fatboy

Black Petrol 1340cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

44,963 mi
Last recorded44,963 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 1996 Harley Davidson Fatboy27,500 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP316 JYB
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelFatboy
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,340cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 44,963 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2025 42,987 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2024 41,457 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2023 39,492 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 38,586 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 38,001 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2020 37,759 miles

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

Fail 23 Jan 2020 37,759 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 19 Jun 2018 34,985 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 34,546 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 34,164 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 34,158 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 34,001 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 33,516 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 32,810 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 32,231 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 31,393 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 29,277 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 27,500 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2006 23,088 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson Fatboy?

Based on 1,545 MOT tests across 131 vehicles.

89.3%
Pass Rate
462
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
131
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 8
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 8
Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format 4
Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp 3
Direction indicator incorrect colour 3
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P316 JYB is a 1996 Harley Davidson Fatboy in Black with a 1,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1996 Harley Davidson Fatboy models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 27,500 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley Davidson Fatboy fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P316 JYB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P316 JYB?

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What year was P316 JYB registered?

P316 JYB is a 1996 Harley Davidson Fatboy, first registered on 14 August 1996.

Is P316 JYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P316 JYB shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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