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P879 GPE

1997 Harley Davidson Fxdwg

Black Petrol 1450cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2026
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

31,543 mi
Last recorded31,543 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP879 GPE
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelFxdwg
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,450cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 31,543 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Nov 2023 31,298 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Nov 2022 30,548 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Fail 12 Nov 2022 30,548 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp glows when r/h turn signals used (4.4.3 (b))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released front control lever (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson Fxdwg?

Based on 10,572 MOT tests across 896 vehicles.

89.9%
Pass Rate
593
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
896
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 50
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 45
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 40
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 34
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 30
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P879 GPE is a 1997 Harley Davidson Fxdwg in Black with a 1,450cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

The most common reason a Harley Davidson Fxdwg fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 50 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P879 GPE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson Fxdwg typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 29 years old, this Harley Davidson Fxdwg is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P879 GPE registered?

P879 GPE is a 1997 Harley Davidson Fxdwg, first registered on 1 March 1997.

Is P879 GPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P879 GPE shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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