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SB53 FAT

2005 Harley-davidson Flstfia

Black Petrol 1550cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

23,743 mi
Last recorded23,743 miles
Recorded on17 May 2024
Typical for 2005 Harley-davidson Flstfia9,216 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB53 FAT
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelFlstfia
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,550cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2024 23,743 miles
Fail 17 May 2024 23,743 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Jan 2023 21,101 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 20,571 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 19,238 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 18,279 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 17,395 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 17,087 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

front mudguard missing

Pass 3 Jul 2015 16,368 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 14,935 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 13,009 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 11,846 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 11,202 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2010 8,450 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 3,943 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 1,769 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2008 1,765 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson Flstfia?

Based on 1,829 MOT tests across 161 vehicles.

90.0%
Pass Rate
434
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
161
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 14
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 9
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 8
Direction indicator incorrect colour 5
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 5
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SB53 FAT is a 2005 Harley-davidson Flstfia in Black with a 1,550cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2005 Harley-davidson Flstfia models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 9,216 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 Flstfia fails its MOT is exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SB53 FAT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson Flstfia typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Harley-davidson Flstfia is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SB53 FAT registered?

SB53 FAT is a 2005 Harley-davidson Flstfia, first registered on 15 April 2005.

Is SB53 FAT safe to buy?

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