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P459 RGV

1997 Harley Davidson Fxst

Black Petrol 1340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

73,908 mi
Last recorded73,908 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2023
Typical for 1997 Harley Davidson Fxst11,441 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP459 RGV
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelFxst
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,340cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2023 73,908 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2022 73,855 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2021 73,855 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2021 73,855 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 12 May 2018 73,207 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 5 Jun 2017 71,992 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 68,288 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Jul 2014 3,758 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Mar 2012 2,259 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 52,351 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 50,975 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 43,813 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 39,380 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 30,239 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson Fxst?

Based on 3,170 MOT tests across 323 vehicles.

89.5%
Pass Rate
536
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
323
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 17
reflector on motorcycle missing 17
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 12
Direction indicator missing 12
Direction indicators not working 8
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P459 RGV is a 1997 Harley Davidson Fxst in Black with a 1,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1997 Harley Davidson Fxst models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.5% with a typical mileage of 11,441 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley Davidson Fxst fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 17 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P459 RGV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson Fxst typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 29 years old, this Harley Davidson Fxst is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P459 RGV registered?

P459 RGV is a 1997 Harley Davidson Fxst, first registered on 2 May 1997.

Is P459 RGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P459 RGV shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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