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S856 EGJ

1998 Harley Davidson Fxd

Black Petrol 1340cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,113 mi
Last recorded13,113 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Harley Davidson Fxd18,033 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS856 EGJ
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelFxd
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,340cc
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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 1 Apr 2026 13,113 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2024 13,063 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2023 13,050 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 13,007 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2021 12,931 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 12,784 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Sep 2019 12,679 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 12,642 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2017 12,587 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Aug 2016 12,559 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 12,532 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 12,497 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 12,444 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2010 12,341 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 12,059 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2008 11,636 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2007 11,250 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2006 10,543 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2005 9,544 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson Fxd?

Based on 11,459 MOT tests across 942 vehicles.

89.9%
Pass Rate
652
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
942
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 62
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 43
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 35
reflector on motorcycle missing 35
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 30
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S856 EGJ is a 1998 Harley Davidson Fxd in Black with a 1,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Harley Davidson Fxd models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 18,033 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley Davidson Fxd fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 62 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S856 EGJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson Fxd typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 28 years old, this Harley Davidson Fxd is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S856 EGJ registered?

S856 EGJ is a 1998 Harley Davidson Fxd, first registered on 18 August 1998.

Is S856 EGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for S856 EGJ shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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