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YR08 HMD

2008 Harley-davidson Fxdf Fat Bob

Black Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

11,189 mi
Last recorded11,189 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Harley-davidson Fxdf Fat Bob14,129 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR08 HMD
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelFxdf Fat Bob
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 11,189 miles

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 13 Jul 2024 11,150 miles

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 24 Jun 2023 10,331 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 11 Jun 2022 10,286 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2021 10,269 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2020 10,089 miles

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

Fail 27 Jun 2020 10,088 miles

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

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2019 9,822 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2018 9,313 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 8,474 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 25 Mar 2017 8,474 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 19 Apr 2016 7,624 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 19 Apr 2016 7,624 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Pass 28 Mar 2015 7,351 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Apr 2014 6,037 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Mar 2013 5,202 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 3 Mar 2012 4,119 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Mar 2011 1,720 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson Fxdf Fat Bob?

Based on 1,169 MOT tests across 122 vehicles.

87.7%
Pass Rate
767
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
122
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 7
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 4
reflector on motorcycle missing 3
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 3
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 3
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YR08 HMD is a 2008 Harley-davidson Fxdf Fat Bob in Black with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Harley-davidson Fxdf Fat Bob models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 14,129 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 Fxdf Fat Bob 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 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YR08 HMD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson Fxdf Fat Bob typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Harley-davidson Fxdf Fat Bob is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YR08 HMD registered?

YR08 HMD is a 2008 Harley-davidson Fxdf Fat Bob, first registered on 14 March 2008.

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The MOT history for YR08 HMD shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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