Harley Davidson Fat Bob
MotorcycleFrom 664 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning and tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. The top issue, a stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released, caused 13 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released | 13 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 4 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 3 |
| a stop lamp(s) does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls or remains on when the brakes are released | 2 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 2 |
| brake control has insufficient reserve travel | 2 |
| audible warning not working | 2 |
| reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear | 2 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 1 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 1 |
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 89.2% | a stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released, brake control not releasing correctly |
| 2015 | 90.8% | a stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2014 | 87.1% | a stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released, brake control has insufficient reserve travel |
Typical mileage
Half of all Fat Bobs tested had between 6,535 and 19,726 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 11,278 median miles, the Fat Bob has 0.092 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
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Common questions
What is the Harley Davidson Fat Bob MOT pass rate?
The Harley Davidson Fat Bob has a 89.6% MOT pass rate based on 664 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Harley Davidson Fat Bob?
The most common MOT failure on the Harley Davidson Fat Bob is a stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released, which caused 13 failures. Other common issues include stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning.
What is the typical mileage of a Harley Davidson Fat Bob at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Harley Davidson Fat Bob is 11,278 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 6,535 and 19,726 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.