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R381 LVE

1998 Harley Davidson Fat Boy

Black Petrol 1340cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

3 mi
Last recorded3 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Harley Davidson Fat Boy14,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR381 LVE
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelFat Boy
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,340cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 24 Jul 2025 3 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2023 23,128 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2021 23,128 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 23,128 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 22,693 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 21,885 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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R381 LVE is a 1998 Harley Davidson Fat Boy in Black with a 1,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Harley Davidson Fat Boy models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 14,584 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 R381 LVE, 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 28 years old, this Harley Davidson Fat Boy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R381 LVE registered?

R381 LVE is a 1998 Harley Davidson Fat Boy, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R381 LVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R381 LVE shows 6 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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