2008 Harley Davidson Fat Boy MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Fat Boy models manufactured in 2008, based on 36 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
2008 Harley Davidson Fat Boy MOT Analysis
The 2008 Harley Davidson Fat Boy has an MOT pass rate of 72.2% based on 36 tests — above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 15,854 miles on the odometer. With a 27.8% failure rate, the 2008 Fat Boy is rated as "Very Good" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2008 Harley Davidson Fat Boy is Motorcycle structure and attachments, responsible for 5.6% of failures. Motorcycle structure and attachments 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 range from £100–400. Motorcycle lamps and reflectors is the second most common issue at 5.6%.
Top failures specific to 2008 models only. The overall Fat Boy page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 5.6% | 2 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 5.6% | 2 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 15,854 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 structure and attachments | 3.50 | 5.6% | 2 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 3.50 | 5.6% | 2 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 2008 Harley Davidson Fat Boy has an MOT pass rate of 72.2% based on 36 tests — above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 15,854 miles on the odometer. With a 27.8% failure rate, the 2008 Fat Boy is rated as "Very Good" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2008 Harley Davidson Fat Boy, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to motorcycle structure and attachments: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights. With relatively low average mileage of 15,854 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.
Motorcycle structure and attachments — 5.6% of failures
Motorcycle structure and attachments issues account for 5.6% of MOT failures on 2008 Harley Davidson Fat Boy models. Motorcycle structure and attachments 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 — 5.6% of failures
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors issues account for 5.6% of MOT failures on 2008 Harley Davidson Fat Boy models. 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.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.