Harley Davidson Flsts MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 2,831 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 11.1%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Harley Davidson Flsts MOT Reliability Overview
The Harley Davidson Flsts is a niche vehicle in the UK, with 2,831 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 11 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 88.9% and a failure rate of 11.1%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Harley Davidson Flsts earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Harley Davidson Flsts presents for MOT with approximately 22,108 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 1999 models achieve the highest pass rate at 91.8%, while 2006 models have the lowest at 83.3%. This 8.5 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Harley Davidson Flsts 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 brakes at 2.9%. Motorcycle reg plates and vin rounds out the top three at 2.7%. 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
Best Year to Buy
📈 How Each Vintage Ages
📉 How Age Affects Reliability
MOT failure rate by vehicle age for the Harley Davidson Flsts. The dashed red line marks when the manufacturer warranty typically expires (3 years).
Line chart showing MOT failure rate by vehicle age from 12 to 17 years, with warranty expiry marked at 3 years.
💡 What does the warranty cliff mean?
The Harley Davidson Flsts shows a relatively stable failure rate after warranty — the change of 0% is negligible. Peak failure occurs at age 13 (14.9% fail rate).
Note: pass rates may improve for very old vehicles due to survivorship bias — only well-maintained cars remain on the road.
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 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 5.9% | 167 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Reg Plates And Vin | 3.3% | 93 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Brakes | 3.1% | 88 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 2.3% | 65 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 2.1% | 60 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 1.8% | 50 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 1.7% | 47 |
| 8 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 1.0% | 28 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 1.0% | 28 |
| 10 | Motorcycle Tyres | 0.6% | 16 |
| 11 | Motorcycle Steering | 0.4% | 11 |
| 12 | Motorcycle Drive System | 0.1% | 4 |
| 13 | Motorcycle Audible Warning (Horn) | 0.1% | 3 |
| 14 | Motorcycle Driving Controls | 0.1% | 3 |
| 15 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 0.1% | 2 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 22,108 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 | 2.67 | 5.9% | 167 |
| Motorcycle reg plates and vin | 1.49 | 3.3% | 93 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 1.41 | 3.1% | 88 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 1.04 | 2.3% | 65 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 0.96 | 2.1% | 60 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 0.80 | 1.8% | 50 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 0.75 | 1.7% | 47 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.45 | 1.0% | 28 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 0.45 | 1.0% | 28 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 0.26 | 0.6% | 16 |
| Motorcycle steering | 0.18 | 0.4% | 11 |
| Motorcycle drive system | 0.06 | 0.1% | 4 |
| Motorcycle audible warning (Horn) | 0.05 | 0.1% | 3 |
| Motorcycle driving controls | 0.05 | 0.1% | 3 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 0.03 | 0.1% | 2 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Harley Davidson Flsts has 22,108 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 Flsts has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 5.02% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is better than average.
About Harley Davidson Flsts MOT Data
The Harley Davidson Flsts is a niche vehicle in the UK, with 2,831 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 11 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 88.9% and a failure rate of 11.1%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Harley Davidson Flsts 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 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 Flsts 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 Flsts. 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 brakes — 2.9% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 2.9% of MOT failures on the Harley Davidson Flsts. 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).
Motorcycle reg plates and vin — 2.7% of failures
Motorcycle reg plates and vin issues account for 2.7% of MOT failures on the Harley Davidson Flsts. 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Harley Davidson Flsts?
Based on 2,831 MOT tests in our database, the Harley Davidson Flsts has an overall pass rate of 88.9% (11.1% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Harley Davidson Flsts?
The top 3 reasons a Harley Davidson Flsts fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (5.3%), 2. Motorcycle brakes (2.9%), 3. Motorcycle reg plates and vin (2.7%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Harley Davidson Flsts reliable?
With a 11.1% MOT failure rate, the Flsts is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Harley Davidson Flsts?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle lighting and signalling (5.3%); Motorcycle brakes (2.9%); Motorcycle reg plates and vin (2.7%). 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.