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R321 XRT

1997 Harley Davidson Flstf

Turquoise Petrol 1340cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

16,417 mi
Last recorded16,417 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Harley Davidson Flstf16,266 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR321 XRT
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelFlstf
Year1997
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,340cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 16,417 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2025 15,917 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2024 15,005 miles
Fail 23 May 2024 14,994 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 May 2023 14,142 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 22 May 2023 14,142 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements black/silver registration plate replaced with black/yellow (0.1 (d))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 27 May 2022 13,189 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 27 May 2022 13,189 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening insecure rear axle split pin missing - replaced (6.1.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 28 May 2021 12,084 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 28 May 2021 12,084 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 15 May 2020 10,614 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 15 May 2020 10,614 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2019 9,383 miles

noisy exhaust

Fail 29 Mar 2019 9,383 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

noisy exhaust

Pass 5 Sep 2017 7,787 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 7,339 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 6,559 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 6,542 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 6,467 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 6,381 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 6,240 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson Flstf?

Based on 29,205 MOT tests across 2,719 vehicles.

90.2%
Pass Rate
545
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
2,719
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 139
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 103
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 99
reflector on motorcycle missing 79
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 78
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R321 XRT is a 1997 Harley Davidson Flstf in Turquoise with a 1,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1997 Harley Davidson Flstf models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 16,266 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 Flstf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 139 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R321 XRT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson Flstf typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 29 years old, this Harley Davidson Flstf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R321 XRT registered?

R321 XRT is a 1997 Harley Davidson Flstf, first registered on 9 August 1997.

Is R321 XRT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R321 XRT shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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