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R849 PNK

1998 Harley Davidson Flstc

Red Petrol 1340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

38,572 mi
Last recorded38,572 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2023
Typical for 1998 Harley Davidson Flstc17,766 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR849 PNK
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelFlstc
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,340cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2023 38,572 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2021 38,408 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2020 38,241 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2018 37,434 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2017 36,785 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2017 36,785 miles

Rear Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Pass 26 Jul 2016 36,760 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit **borderline pass** (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2015 36,634 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2014 36,630 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

presenter fitted correct number plate at test station

slight drag noted at rear brake

Pass 5 Sep 2013 36,622 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

presenter fitted correct number plate at test station

slight drag noted at rear brake

Pass 31 Aug 2012 36,618 miles

Oil leak

both offside footrests require adjustment

Pass 17 Aug 2011 34,999 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 36,384 miles

aftermarket pipes fitted at time of test no markings on pipe

Pass 1 Aug 2009 35,155 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Jul 2009 35,155 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2008 32,115 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 30,320 miles

Drive belt lightly rubbing (6.2.1d)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 24 Jan 2006 29,347 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Pass 24 Jan 2006 29,347 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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R849 PNK is a 1998 Harley Davidson Flstc in Red with a 1,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 R849 PNK, 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 R849 PNK registered?

R849 PNK is a 1998 Harley Davidson Flstc, first registered on 15 April 1998.

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The MOT history for R849 PNK shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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