Harley-davidson Bike MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 95 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 7.4%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Harley-davidson Bike MOT Reliability Overview
The Harley-davidson Bike is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 95 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 92.6% and a failure rate of 7.4%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Harley-davidson Bike earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Harley-davidson Bike presents for MOT with approximately 27,959 miles on the clock.
The most common MOT failure for the Harley-davidson Bike is Motorcycle lighting and signalling, affecting 5.3% of all tests. Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. The second most common issue is Motorcycle reg plates and vin at 1.1%. Motorcycle drive system rounds out the top three at 1.1%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.
Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.
What Fails Most
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 5.3% | 5 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 1.1% | 1 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Reg Plates And Vin | 1.1% | 1 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Drive System | 1.1% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 27,959 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 1.88 | 5.3% | 5 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 0.38 | 1.1% | 1 |
| Motorcycle reg plates and vin | 0.38 | 1.1% | 1 |
| Motorcycle drive system | 0.38 | 1.1% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Harley-davidson Bike has 27,959 miles when tested for MOT.
📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate
How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.
The Harley-davidson Bike has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 2.65% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is better than average.
About Harley-davidson Bike MOT Data
The Harley-davidson Bike is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 95 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 92.6% and a failure rate of 7.4%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Harley-davidson Bike owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle lighting and signalling and motorcycle reg plates and vin for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific Bike is likely to perform.
Motorcycle lighting and signalling — 5.3% of failures
Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 5.3% of MOT failures on the Harley-davidson Bike. Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Motorcycle reg plates and vin — 1.1% of failures
Motorcycle reg plates and vin issues account for 1.1% of MOT failures on the Harley-davidson Bike. Motorcycle reg plates and vin issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Motorcycle drive system — 1.1% of failures
Motorcycle drive system issues account for 1.1% of MOT failures on the Harley-davidson Bike. Motorcycle drive system issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Harley-davidson Bike?
Based on 95 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Harley-davidson Bike has an overall pass rate of 92.6% (7.4% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Harley-davidson Bike?
The top 3 reasons a Harley-davidson Bike fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (5.3%), 2. Motorcycle reg plates and vin (1.1%), 3. Motorcycle drive system (1.1%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Harley-davidson Bike reliable?
With a 7.4% MOT failure rate, the Bike is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Harley-davidson Bike?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle lighting and signalling (5.3%); Motorcycle reg plates and vin (1.1%); Motorcycle drive system (1.1%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.