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R474 EAD

1998 Harley Davidson Fatboy

Silver Petrol 1340cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

41,007 mi
Last recorded41,007 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR474 EAD
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelFatboy
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,340cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2026 41,007 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2022 40,322 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 39,712 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 38,774 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 37,917 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2018 37,917 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 30 Mar 2017 36,845 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 36,145 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2015 34,494 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 32,667 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 20 Mar 2013 31,960 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 20 Mar 2012 31,064 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 17,320 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 16,135 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 12,284 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Aug 2007 11,990 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson Fatboy?

Based on 1,545 MOT tests across 131 vehicles.

89.3%
Pass Rate
462
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
131
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 8
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 8
Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format 4
Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp 3
Direction indicator incorrect colour 3
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R474 EAD is a 1998 Harley Davidson Fatboy in Silver with a 1,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

The most common reason a Harley Davidson Fatboy fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R474 EAD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson Fatboy typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 28 years old, this Harley Davidson Fatboy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of R474 EAD?

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What year was R474 EAD registered?

R474 EAD is a 1998 Harley Davidson Fatboy, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R474 EAD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R474 EAD shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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