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P822 SWP

1997 Harley Davidson Fxd

Red Petrol 1340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2025
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

36,658 mi
Last recorded36,658 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2024
Typical for 1997 Harley Davidson Fxd20,679 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP822 SWP
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelFxd
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,340cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2024 36,658 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2024 36,658 miles

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 100/90/19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Jun 2014 36,656 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 36,642 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 36,624 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 36,564 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2009 36,564 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 1 May 2007 36,358 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 36,200 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson Fxd?

Based on 11,459 MOT tests across 942 vehicles.

89.9%
Pass Rate
652
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
942
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 62
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 43
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 35
reflector on motorcycle missing 35
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 30
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P822 SWP is a 1997 Harley Davidson Fxd in Red with a 1,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1997 Harley Davidson Fxd models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.3% with a typical mileage of 20,679 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 Fxd fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 62 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P822 SWP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson Fxd typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 29 years old, this Harley Davidson Fxd is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P822 SWP registered?

P822 SWP is a 1997 Harley Davidson Fxd, first registered on 17 March 1997.

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