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R398 EPV

1998 Harley Davidson Flhr

Purple Petrol 1340cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

11,896 mi
Last recorded11,896 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Harley Davidson Flhr20,687 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR398 EPV
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelFlhr
Year1998
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,340cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 11,896 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2025 11,136 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 11,132 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 10,786 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 10,577 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 10,527 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 10,470 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 10,322 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 10,170 miles
Fail 4 May 2012 10,068 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 4 May 2012 10,068 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 9,912 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 8,366 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 19 Jun 2009 8,266 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 3 Jun 2008 6,464 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 6,133 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 4,063 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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R398 EPV is a 1998 Harley Davidson Flhr in Purple with a 1,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1998 Harley Davidson Flhr models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.1% with a typical mileage of 20,687 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 R398 EPV, 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 28 years old, this Harley Davidson Flhr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R398 EPV registered?

R398 EPV is a 1998 Harley Davidson Flhr, first registered on 25 March 1998.

Is R398 EPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R398 EPV shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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