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R543 TYC

1998 Harley Davidson Flstc

Blue Petrol 1340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

1,273 mi
Last recorded1,273 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2025
Typical for 1998 Harley Davidson Flstc17,766 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR543 TYC
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelFlstc
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,340cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2025 1,273 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Apr 2024 623 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Dec 2022
Pass 2 Feb 2022 26,484 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 2 Feb 2022 26,484 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 25 Jun 2021 26,442 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2020 26,410 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 26,359 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 26,126 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 25,959 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 25,630 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 25,567 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 25,565 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 25,428 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2011 25,349 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 25,339 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2010 25,339 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Pass 11 Jul 2009 24,929 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 23,486 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 21,995 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 19,938 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson Flstc?

Based on 18,909 MOT tests across 1,824 vehicles.

90.4%
Pass Rate
588
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,824
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 86
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 61
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 59
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 51
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 45
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R543 TYC is a 1998 Harley Davidson Flstc in Blue with a 1,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1998 Harley Davidson Flstc models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.2% with a typical mileage of 17,766 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 Flstc fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 86 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R543 TYC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson Flstc typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 28 years old, this Harley Davidson Flstc is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R543 TYC registered?

R543 TYC is a 1998 Harley Davidson Flstc, first registered on 31 March 1998.

Is R543 TYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R543 TYC shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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