Harley-davidson Flhtp MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 142 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 11.3%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Harley-davidson Flhtp MOT Reliability Overview
The Harley-davidson Flhtp is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 142 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 88.7% and a failure rate of 11.3%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Harley-davidson Flhtp earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Harley-davidson Flhtp presents for MOT with approximately 34,344 miles on the clock. The 2016 manufacture year performs best with a 93.5% pass rate.
The most common MOT failure for the Harley-davidson Flhtp is Suspension, affecting 4.2% of all tests. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. The second most common issue is Motorcycle brakes at 3.5%. Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment rounds out the top three at 2.8%. 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
Pass Rate by Manufacture Year
* 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 | Suspension | 4.9% | 7 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Brakes | 3.5% | 5 |
| 3 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 2.8% | 4 |
| 4 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 2.8% | 4 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 2.8% | 4 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Tyres | 2.1% | 3 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 1.4% | 2 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Driving Controls | 0.7% | 1 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 0.7% | 1 |
| 10 | Motorcycle Audible Warning (Horn) | 0.7% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 34,344 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 1.44 | 4.9% | 7 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 1.03 | 3.5% | 5 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 0.82 | 2.8% | 4 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.82 | 2.8% | 4 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 0.82 | 2.8% | 4 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 0.62 | 2.1% | 3 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 0.41 | 1.4% | 2 |
| Motorcycle driving controls | 0.21 | 0.7% | 1 |
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 0.21 | 0.7% | 1 |
| Motorcycle audible warning (Horn) | 0.21 | 0.7% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Harley-davidson Flhtp has 34,344 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 Flhtp has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 3.29% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is better than average.
About Harley-davidson Flhtp MOT Data
The Harley-davidson Flhtp is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 142 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 88.7% and a failure rate of 11.3%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Harley-davidson Flhtp owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on suspension and motorcycle brakes 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 Flhtp is likely to perform.
Suspension — 4.2% of failures
Suspension issues account for 4.2% of MOT failures on the Harley-davidson Flhtp. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Motorcycle brakes — 3.5% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 3.5% of MOT failures on the Harley-davidson Flhtp. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs: £150–400. Pre-MOT check: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm).
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment — 2.8% of failures
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment issues account for 2.8% of MOT failures on the Harley-davidson Flhtp. 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 Flhtp?
Based on 142 MOT tests in our database, the Harley-davidson Flhtp has an overall pass rate of 88.7% (11.3% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Harley-davidson Flhtp?
The top 3 reasons a Harley-davidson Flhtp fails its MOT are: 1. Suspension (4.2%), 2. Motorcycle brakes (3.5%), 3. Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (2.8%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Harley-davidson Flhtp reliable?
With a 11.3% MOT failure rate, the Flhtp is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Harley-davidson Flhtp?
Based on failure data, focus on: Suspension (4.2%); Motorcycle brakes (3.5%); Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (2.8%). 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.