MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
26,897 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Rear Suspension component likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Steering headbearing in such a condition that steering control is adversely affected (2.2.2 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Oil Misting Under Engine
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
outer cover on clutch hose damaged
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released front brake lever (1.3.1e) DANGEROUS
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
outer cover on clutch hose damaged
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
headlamp aim set on lower limit .
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
headlamp aim set on lower limit .
How Reliable is the Harley Davidson Fxsts?
Based on 1,736 MOT tests across 208 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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S838 BBV is a 1999 Harley Davidson Fxsts in Brown with a 1,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.
Across all 1999 Harley Davidson Fxsts models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 12,904 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 Fxsts fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S838 BBV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Harley Davidson Fxsts typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 27 years old, this Harley Davidson Fxsts is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was S838 BBV registered?
S838 BBV is a 1999 Harley Davidson Fxsts, first registered on 31 December 1999.
Is S838 BBV safe to buy?
The MOT history for S838 BBV shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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