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P541 VGO

1997 Harley Davidson Fat Boy

Grey Petrol 1340cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,195 mi
Last recorded37,195 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Harley Davidson Fat Boy19,131 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP541 VGO
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelFat Boy
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,340cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 15 Jun 2026 37,195 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2025 36,664 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2024 36,431 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2023 36,054 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2022 36,054 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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P541 VGO is a 1997 Harley Davidson Fat Boy in Grey with a 1,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P541 VGO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P541 VGO registered?

P541 VGO is a 1997 Harley Davidson Fat Boy, first registered on 29 April 1997.

Is P541 VGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P541 VGO shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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