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R857 LKN

1998 Harley Davidson Flstf

Red Petrol 1340cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

32,115 mi
Last recorded32,115 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Harley Davidson Flstf14,869 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR857 LKN
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelFlstf
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,340cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 32,115 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2025 32,105 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2024 31,493 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2023 30,331 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2023 30,322 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jan 2022 29,052 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 27,455 miles

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

Fail 14 Apr 2018 27,445 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour all four indicators wrong colour (1.5.1b)

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

Fail 5 Mar 2010 25,487 miles

Centre Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 5 Mar 2010 25,487 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 7,236 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 5,745 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 12,443 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson Flstf?

Based on 29,205 MOT tests across 2,719 vehicles.

90.2%
Pass Rate
545
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
2,719
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 139
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 103
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 99
reflector on motorcycle missing 79
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 78
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R857 LKN is a 1998 Harley Davidson Flstf in Red with a 1,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1998 Harley Davidson Flstf models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 14,869 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 Flstf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 139 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R857 LKN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was R857 LKN registered?

R857 LKN is a 1998 Harley Davidson Flstf, first registered on 4 February 1998.

Is R857 LKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R857 LKN shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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