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R508 TYC

1998 Harley-davidson Fxstc

Black Petrol 1340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 Harley-davidson Fxstc19,309 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR508 TYC
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelFxstc
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,340cc
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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2025
Pass 2 May 2024
Pass 29 Apr 2023
Pass 13 Oct 2021
Pass 15 Sep 2020
Pass 3 Sep 2019

Exhaust noisy Both (8.1.1 (a))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both front (4.4.3 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2018

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Head bearings slightly notchy/tight

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 16 Jul 2018

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Head bearings slightly notchy/tight

Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Jul 2017

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 9 Aug 2016 49,244 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Jun 2015 47,146 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 May 2014 44,364 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 May 2013 43,931 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 May 2012 42,035 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 41,414 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Apr 2010 39,059 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 36,390 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2008

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 May 2007 33,229 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 32,875 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson Fxstc?

Based on 9,134 MOT tests across 770 vehicles.

88.9%
Pass Rate
650
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
770
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 44
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 40
reflector on motorcycle missing 27
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 26
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 15
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R508 TYC is a 1998 Harley-davidson Fxstc in Black with a 1,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1998 Harley-davidson Fxstc models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 19,309 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley-davidson Fxstc fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 44 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R508 TYC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson Fxstc typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 28 years old, this Harley-davidson Fxstc is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R508 TYC registered?

R508 TYC is a 1998 Harley-davidson Fxstc, first registered on 19 May 1998.

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The MOT history for R508 TYC shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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