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P754 NUY

1997 Harley Davidson Fat Boy

Black Petrol 1340cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

38,618 mi
Last recorded38,618 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Harley Davidson Fat Boy19,131 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP754 NUY
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelFat Boy
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,340cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 38,618 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2024 31,493 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2023 25,972 miles

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Apr 2022 24,268 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 22 Apr 2022 24,248 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (6.1.2 (c))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jul 2020 24,139 miles

Handlebar bush mountings have slight free play

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front shock bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre has fouling marks from belt, not fouling at time of inspection

Pass 9 Jul 2019 24,060 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 16 Jun 2018 20,992 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2018 20,992 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Mar 2017 20,681 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Aug 2016 20,440 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 19 Aug 2016 20,440 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 12 May 2015 19,212 miles
Fail 21 May 2014 15,912 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 21 May 2014 15,912 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Jun 2013 15,722 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 15,272 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 14,990 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 14,663 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 14,214 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 13,051 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 11,774 miles

exhuast noisey

Pass 25 May 2006 10,282 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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P754 NUY is a 1997 Harley Davidson Fat Boy in Black with a 1,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P754 NUY, 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 P754 NUY registered?

P754 NUY is a 1997 Harley Davidson Fat Boy, first registered on 22 March 1997.

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The MOT history for P754 NUY shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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