Harley-davidson Classic MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 64 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 18.8%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Harley-davidson Classic MOT Reliability Overview
The Harley-davidson Classic is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 64 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 81.3% and a failure rate of 18.8%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Harley-davidson Classic earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Harley-davidson Classic presents for MOT with approximately 24,331 miles on the clock.
The most common MOT failure for the Harley-davidson Classic is Motorcycle lighting and signalling, affecting 12.5% 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 fuel and exhaust at 7.8%. Motorcycle lamps and reflectors rounds out the top three at 6.3%. 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 | 14.1% | 9 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 7.8% | 5 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 6.3% | 4 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Brakes | 3.1% | 2 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Reg Plates And Vin | 1.6% | 1 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 1.6% | 1 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 1.6% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 24,331 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 | 5.78 | 14.1% | 9 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 3.21 | 7.8% | 5 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 2.57 | 6.3% | 4 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 1.28 | 3.1% | 2 |
| Motorcycle reg plates and vin | 0.64 | 1.6% | 1 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 0.64 | 1.6% | 1 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 0.64 | 1.6% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Harley-davidson Classic has 24,331 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 Classic has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 7.73% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Harley-davidson Classic MOT Data
The Harley-davidson Classic is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 64 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 81.3% and a failure rate of 18.8%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Harley-davidson Classic 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 fuel and exhaust 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 Classic is likely to perform.
Motorcycle lighting and signalling — 12.5% of failures
Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 12.5% of MOT failures on the Harley-davidson Classic. 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 fuel and exhaust — 7.8% of failures
Motorcycle fuel and exhaust issues account for 7.8% of MOT failures on the Harley-davidson Classic. Motorcycle fuel and exhaust 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 lamps and reflectors — 6.3% of failures
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors issues account for 6.3% of MOT failures on the Harley-davidson Classic. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Harley-davidson Classic?
Based on 64 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Harley-davidson Classic has an overall pass rate of 81.3% (18.8% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Harley-davidson Classic?
The top 3 reasons a Harley-davidson Classic fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (12.5%), 2. Motorcycle fuel and exhaust (7.8%), 3. Motorcycle lamps and reflectors (6.3%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Harley-davidson Classic reliable?
With a 18.8% MOT failure rate, the Classic is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Harley-davidson Classic?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle lighting and signalling (12.5%); Motorcycle fuel and exhaust (7.8%); Motorcycle lamps and reflectors (6.3%). 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.