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R8 AJA

1998 Harley Davidson Flstf

Red Petrol 1340cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

9,590 mi
Last recorded9,590 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2026
Typical for 1998 Harley Davidson Flstf14,869 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR8 AJA
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelFlstf
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,340cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2026 9,590 miles
Pass 30 May 2023

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 30 May 2023

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Fail 22 May 2023 9,460 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (6.1.2 (c))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Stop lamp not working with rear brake control (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front tyre has cuts in sidewall no cord or ply showing

Pass 11 Apr 2019
Fail 11 Apr 2019

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

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

Pass 5 May 2017

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 26 Jun 2015

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

Fail 26 Jun 2015

Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

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

Pass 8 Jul 2013 8,362 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))

Pass 29 Jun 2012 8,175 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 7,414 miles
Pass 29 May 2010
Pass 16 May 2009 6,917 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 6,490 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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R8 AJA is a 1998 Harley Davidson Flstf in Red with a 1,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 R8 AJA, 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 R8 AJA registered?

R8 AJA is a 1998 Harley Davidson Flstf, first registered on 1 January 1998.

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