1989 Harley Davidson Flst MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Flst models manufactured in 1989, based on 107 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
1989 Harley Davidson Flst MOT Analysis
The 1989 Harley Davidson Flst has an MOT pass rate of 94.4% based on 107 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 28,300 miles on the odometer. With a 5.6% failure rate, the 1989 Flst is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1989 Harley Davidson Flst is Motorcycle suspension, responsible for 1.9% of failures. 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 range from £200–500. Motorcycle steering is the second most common issue at 0.9%.
Top failures specific to 1989 models only. The overall Flst page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Suspension | 1.9% | 2 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Steering | 0.9% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 28,300 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 suspension | 0.66 | 1.9% | 2 |
| Motorcycle steering | 0.33 | 0.9% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 1989 Harley Davidson Flst has an MOT pass rate of 94.4% based on 107 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 28,300 miles on the odometer. With a 5.6% failure rate, the 1989 Flst is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 1989 Harley Davidson Flst, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to motorcycle suspension: 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. With relatively low average mileage of 28,300 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.
Motorcycle suspension — 1.9% of failures
Motorcycle suspension issues account for 1.9% of MOT failures on 1989 Harley Davidson Flst models. 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 steering — 0.9% of failures
Motorcycle steering issues account for 0.9% of MOT failures on 1989 Harley Davidson Flst models. Steering failures include excessive play in the steering wheel, leaking power steering fluid, worn track rod ends, and damaged steering rack. These affect vehicle control and are closely related to suspension wear. Typical repair costs: £150–600. Pre-MOT check: Check for excessive steering wheel play (more than a few inches of free movement). Listen for whining from the power steering pump. Look for fluid leaks under the car near the front wheels.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.