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R8 YEP

2008 Harley Davidson Fxstb

Black Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

19,856 mi
Last recorded19,856 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Harley Davidson Fxstb14,766 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR8 YEP
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelFxstb
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 19,856 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 8 Apr 2026 19,856 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Apr 2025 19,380 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2024 18,347 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 17,574 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 15,146 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 14,044 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2021 14,044 miles

Handlebar mounting insecure (2.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2020 12,537 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2017 10,529 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2016 9,522 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 9 Dec 2015 8,379 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2015 8,379 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 27 Nov 2014

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 27 Nov 2014

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson Fxstb?

Based on 5,039 MOT tests across 396 vehicles.

88.6%
Pass Rate
823
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
396
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 30
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 24
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 24
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 22
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12
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R8 YEP is a 2008 Harley Davidson Fxstb in Black with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2008 Harley Davidson Fxstb models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 14,766 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 Fxstb fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R8 YEP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson Fxstb typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 18 years old, this Harley Davidson Fxstb is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R8 YEP registered?

R8 YEP is a 2008 Harley Davidson Fxstb, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is R8 YEP safe to buy?

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