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R253 BNE

1997 Harley Davidson Fxd

Blue Petrol 1340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2025
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,623 mi
Last recorded12,623 miles
Recorded on30 May 2024
Typical for 1997 Harley Davidson Fxd20,679 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR253 BNE
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelFxd
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,340cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 30 May 2024 12,623 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2022 12,003 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 Mar 2021 9,340 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 9,321 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 9,087 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 8,044 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 7,451 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 7,442 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 7,428 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 7,365 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 7,236 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 7,087 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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R253 BNE is a 1997 Harley Davidson Fxd in Blue 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 Fxd models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.3% with a typical mileage of 20,679 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 R253 BNE, 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 R253 BNE registered?

R253 BNE is a 1997 Harley Davidson Fxd, first registered on 6 November 1997.

Is R253 BNE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R253 BNE 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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