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R292 VBM

1997 Harley Davidson Fat Boy

Silver Petrol 1340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2024
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

2,639 mi
Last recorded2,639 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2023
Typical for 1997 Harley Davidson Fat Boy19,131 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR292 VBM
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelFat Boy
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,340cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 27 Jun 2023 2,639 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 2,450 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 2,388 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 2,319 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 2,149 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 1,923 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 1,910 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 1,793 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2006 1,641 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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R292 VBM is a 1997 Harley Davidson Fat Boy in Silver with a 1,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 R292 VBM, 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 R292 VBM registered?

R292 VBM is a 1997 Harley Davidson Fat Boy, first registered on 12 August 1997.

Is R292 VBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R292 VBM shows 9 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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