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P553 VGO

1997 Harley Davidson Flstf

Black Petrol 1340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

9,067 mi
Last recorded9,067 miles
Recorded on26 May 2023
Typical for 1997 Harley Davidson Flstf16,266 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP553 VGO
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelFlstf
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,340cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 May 2023 9,067 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 May 2022 8,583 miles
Pass 12 May 2021 7,770 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 7,233 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 7,096 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 6,974 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 6,743 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2015 6,678 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 19 Jun 2015 6,678 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2014 6,231 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2014 6,231 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 17 May 2013 6,026 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 5,921 miles

Drive belt lightly rubbing (6.2.1d)

Fail 21 Jun 2011 5,921 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Drive belt lightly rubbing (6.2.1d)

Pass 1 May 2009 5,389 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Apr 2007 5,200 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 19 Apr 2007 5,198 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

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)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 25 Mar 2006 4,826 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson Flstf?

Based on 29,205 MOT tests across 2,719 vehicles.

90.2%
Pass Rate
545
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
2,719
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 139
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 103
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 99
reflector on motorcycle missing 79
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 78
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P553 VGO is a 1997 Harley Davidson Flstf in Black with a 1,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1997 Harley Davidson Flstf models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 16,266 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 Flstf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 139 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P553 VGO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson Flstf typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 29 years old, this Harley Davidson Flstf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P553 VGO registered?

P553 VGO is a 1997 Harley Davidson Flstf, first registered on 28 April 1997.

Is P553 VGO safe to buy?

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