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P846 MVV

1997 Harley Davidson Fat Boy

Orange Petrol 1340cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,937 mi
Last recorded23,937 miles
Recorded on28 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Harley Davidson Fat Boy19,131 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP846 MVV
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelFat Boy
Year1997
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,340cc
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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 28 May 2025 23,937 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2024 23,861 miles
Pass 16 May 2022 23,799 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 23,763 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 23,633 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 23,450 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 23,357 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 28 Jul 2011 23,212 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 21,644 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 20,906 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2007 20,658 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 19,690 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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P846 MVV is a 1997 Harley Davidson Fat Boy in Orange with a 1,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 P846 MVV, 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 P846 MVV registered?

P846 MVV is a 1997 Harley Davidson Fat Boy, first registered on 4 February 1997.

Is P846 MVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P846 MVV shows 12 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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