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S885 VGV

1998 Harley Davidson Flstc

Blue Petrol 1340cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

10,126 mi
Last recorded10,126 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2026
Typical for 1998 Harley Davidson Flstc17,766 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS885 VGV
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelFlstc
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,340cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2026 10,126 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2026 10,112 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2024 9,747 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2023 9,501 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 8,269 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 7,127 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2020 7,119 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 7,109 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 7,058 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 7,016 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2006 7,008 miles

Rear Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson Flstc?

Based on 18,909 MOT tests across 1,824 vehicles.

90.4%
Pass Rate
588
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,824
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 86
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 61
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 59
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 51
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 45
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S885 VGV is a 1998 Harley Davidson Flstc in Blue with a 1,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1998 Harley Davidson Flstc models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.2% with a typical mileage of 17,766 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 Flstc fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 86 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S885 VGV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson Flstc typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 28 years old, this Harley Davidson Flstc is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S885 VGV?

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What year was S885 VGV registered?

S885 VGV is a 1998 Harley Davidson Flstc, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S885 VGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S885 VGV shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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