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R823 PHG

1997 Harley Davidson Fxd

Red Petrol 1340cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

22,984 mi
Last recorded22,984 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Harley Davidson Fxd20,679 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR823 PHG
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelFxd
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,340cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2025 22,984 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2024 22,401 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2023 21,985 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2022 21,327 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 20,661 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 19,978 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 18,614 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 17,271 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 15,695 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 149,363 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 14,140 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 13,647 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 13,151 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 12,896 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 12,617 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2010 106,903 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 85,205 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2009 85,205 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

the engine is not running correctly

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson Fxd?

Based on 11,459 MOT tests across 942 vehicles.

89.9%
Pass Rate
652
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
942
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 62
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 43
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 35
reflector on motorcycle missing 35
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 30
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R823 PHG is a 1997 Harley Davidson Fxd in Red with a 1,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1997 Harley Davidson Fxd models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.3% with a typical mileage of 20,679 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley Davidson Fxd fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 62 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R823 PHG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson Fxd typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 29 years old, this Harley Davidson Fxd is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R823 PHG registered?

R823 PHG is a 1997 Harley Davidson Fxd, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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The MOT history for R823 PHG shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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