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X785 PFE

2001 Harley Davidson Fat Boy

Blue Petrol 1450cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Aug 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

48,451 mi
Last recorded48,451 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Harley Davidson Fat Boy21,197 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX785 PFE
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelFat Boy
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,450cc
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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 48,451 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 12 Aug 2024 46,931 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Jul 2023 44,530 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 17 Aug 2022 44,451 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2022 44,451 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jun 2021 43,552 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2021 43,551 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 May 2020 42,916 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 42,816 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 42,228 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2017 42,228 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 20 Aug 2015 41,028 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson Fat Boy?

Based on 2,485 MOT tests across 307 vehicles.

90.4%
Pass Rate
498
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
307
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 13
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 12
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 6
Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background 4
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X785 PFE is a 2001 Harley Davidson Fat Boy in Blue with a 1,450cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 Harley Davidson Fat Boy models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 21,197 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 Fat Boy fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying X785 PFE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson Fat Boy typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 25 years old, this Harley Davidson Fat Boy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X785 PFE registered?

X785 PFE is a 2001 Harley Davidson Fat Boy, first registered on 1 January 2001.

Is X785 PFE safe to buy?

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