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VX51 YKU

2001 Harley-davidson Fxst Softail Standard

Blue Petrol 1450cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

26,792 mi
Last recorded26,792 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2025
Typical for 2001 Harley-davidson Fxst Softail Standard17,231 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX51 YKU
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelFxst Softail Standard
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,450cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2025 26,792 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 26,244 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 25,956 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 25,758 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2016 25,758 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 15 May 2015 25,548 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 21 May 2014 25,299 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 25,125 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 24,370 miles

fuel line needs proper clip at tap

Pass 28 Apr 2009 21,858 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2007 18,712 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2006 15,537 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson Fxst Softail Standard?

Based on 2,652 MOT tests across 210 vehicles.

90.2%
Pass Rate
714
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
210
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 18
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 16
reflector on motorcycle missing 15
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 11
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 9
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VX51 YKU is a 2001 Harley-davidson Fxst Softail Standard in Blue with a 1,450cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2001 Harley-davidson Fxst Softail Standard models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.6% with a typical mileage of 17,231 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley-davidson Fxst Softail Standard fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 18 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VX51 YKU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson Fxst Softail Standard typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 25 years old, this Harley-davidson Fxst Softail Standard is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VX51 YKU registered?

VX51 YKU is a 2001 Harley-davidson Fxst Softail Standard, first registered on 29 October 2001.

Is VX51 YKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX51 YKU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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