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P956 XGC

1997 Harley Davidson Fxd

Blue Petrol 1340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

17,458 mi
Last recorded17,458 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2024
Typical for 1997 Harley Davidson Fxd20,679 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP956 XGC
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelFxd
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,340cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2024 17,458 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2023 17,190 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

rear tyre light cracks/ not dangerous

Pass 27 Aug 2022 17,150 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 16,162 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2020 15,652 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 15,638 miles

Front wheel slightly twisted in forks

Drive belt lightly rubbing frame

Pass 7 May 2016 15,603 miles

Front and rear brakes binding slightly

Pass 21 Aug 2014 15,437 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2013 15,301 miles

front and rear tyre sidewalls starting to perish and split advise replacement

fuel pipe fouling and damaged strongly advise replacement and adjustment

Fail 21 Aug 2013 15,298 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

front and rear tyre sidewalls starting to perish and split

fuel pipe fouling and damaged strongly advise replacement and adjustment

Pass 8 Aug 2012 15,161 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2012 15,161 miles

Drive belt guard insecure (6.2.1c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 10 Aug 2011 14,640 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 13,064 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 12,088 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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P956 XGC is a 1997 Harley Davidson Fxd in Blue with a 1,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 P956 XGC, 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.

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What year was P956 XGC registered?

P956 XGC is a 1997 Harley Davidson Fxd, first registered on 2 July 1997.

Is P956 XGC safe to buy?

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