Harley-Davidson Fat Bob Fxdf 103 1690 17
MotorcycleFrom 228 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are steering head bearings excessively stiff, notchy, or with excessive wear or play, a stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released, stop lamp missing and inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning. The top issue, steering head bearings excessively stiff, notchy, or with excessive wear or play, caused 3 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.
| steering head bearings excessively stiff, notchy, or with excessive wear or play | 3 |
| a stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released | 3 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 2 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 2 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 1 |
| brake control has insufficient reserve travel | 1 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 1 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 1 |
| a tyre with a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords | 1 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 1 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 12.5% of Fat Bob Fxdf 103 1690 17 failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £48.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 86.7% | steering head bearings excessively stiff, notchy, or with excessive wear or play, a stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released |
Typical mileage
Half of all Fat Bob Fxdf 103 1690 17s tested had between 4,549 and 14,065 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 9,890 median miles, the Fat Bob Fxdf 103 1690 17 has 0.128 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
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Common questions
What is the Harley-Davidson Fat Bob Fxdf 103 1690 17 MOT pass rate?
The Harley-Davidson Fat Bob Fxdf 103 1690 17 has a 87.3% MOT pass rate based on 228 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Harley-Davidson Fat Bob Fxdf 103 1690 17?
The most common MOT failure on the Harley-Davidson Fat Bob Fxdf 103 1690 17 is steering head bearings excessively stiff, notchy, or with excessive wear or play, which caused 3 failures. Other common issues include a stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released.
What is the typical mileage of a Harley-Davidson Fat Bob Fxdf 103 1690 17 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Harley-Davidson Fat Bob Fxdf 103 1690 17 is 9,890 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 4,549 and 14,065 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.