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YM02 AEZ

2002 Harley Davidson Softail

Black Petrol 1340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

8,574 mi
Last recorded8,574 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Harley Davidson Softail26,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM02 AEZ
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSoftail
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,340cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 8,574 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Sep 2024 6,852 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2023 4,488 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 30 Sep 2022 2,674 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Aug 2021 1,825 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 415 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 2,309 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 May 2018 247 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 49,501 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 May 2016
Pass 8 May 2015 46,660 miles
Fail 8 May 2015 46,660 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Pass 6 May 2014 42,045 miles
Fail 6 May 2014 42,045 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 24 Apr 2013 34,713 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 30,937 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

front squealing on roller brake test

Pass 15 Apr 2011 29,567 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 26,304 miles
Fail 1 May 2010 26,297 miles

Front Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 Mar 2009 24,748 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2008 22,641 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 19 Mar 2008 22,641 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2007 20,493 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6)

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Pass 15 Mar 2007 20,493 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Pass 4 Nov 2005 20,385 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson Softail?

Based on 1,567 MOT tests across 220 vehicles.

87.7%
Pass Rate
512
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
220
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
Direction indicator missing 9
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 6
reflector on motorcycle missing 6
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 3
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YM02 AEZ is a 2002 Harley Davidson Softail in Black with a 1,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2002 Harley Davidson Softail models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 26,304 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 Softail fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YM02 AEZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson Softail typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 24 years old, this Harley Davidson Softail is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was YM02 AEZ registered?

YM02 AEZ is a 2002 Harley Davidson Softail, first registered on 21 May 2002.

Is YM02 AEZ safe to buy?

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