Harley Davidson Flstn
MotorcycleFrom 259 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, a direction indicator lamp missing and inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning. The top issue, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, 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.
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 3 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 2 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 2 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 2 |
| a tyre not fitted in accordance with the direction of rotation marked on the side wall | 1 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 1 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 18.2% of Flstn 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 £63.
Typical mileage
Half of all Flstns tested had between 8,764 and 24,741 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 12,945 median miles, the Flstn has 0.096 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
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Common questions
What is the Harley Davidson Flstn MOT pass rate?
The Harley Davidson Flstn has a 87.6% MOT pass rate based on 259 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Harley Davidson Flstn?
The most common MOT failure on the Harley Davidson Flstn is tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, which caused 3 failures. Other common issues include the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements.
What is the typical mileage of a Harley Davidson Flstn at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Harley Davidson Flstn is 12,945 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 8,764 and 24,741 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.