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R293 VBM

1997 Harley Davidson Flhr

Multi-colour Petrol 1340cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Aug 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,951 mi
Last recorded36,951 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Harley Davidson Flhr24,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR293 VBM
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelFlhr
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,340cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 16 Aug 2025 36,951 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Aug 2024 35,908 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2023 34,606 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2022 33,305 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 31,755 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 30,463 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 29,815 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 29,515 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 28,340 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 27,347 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 27,255 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 26,782 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 29,238 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 22,235 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 22,233 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 22,217 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 21,678 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 19,475 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson Flhr?

Based on 11,706 MOT tests across 1,191 vehicles.

91.8%
Pass Rate
882
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
1,191
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 49
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 32
reflector on motorcycle missing 29
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 24
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 16
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R293 VBM is a 1997 Harley Davidson Flhr in Multi-colour with a 1,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Harley Davidson Flhr models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.5% with a typical mileage of 24,484 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley Davidson Flhr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 49 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R293 VBM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson Flhr typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 29 years old, this Harley Davidson Flhr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R293 VBM registered?

R293 VBM is a 1997 Harley Davidson Flhr, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R293 VBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R293 VBM shows 18 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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