Harley-davidson Fxdb 103 Street Bob 1690 14 MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 51 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 23.5%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Harley-davidson Fxdb 103 Street Bob 1690 14 MOT Reliability Overview
The Harley-davidson Fxdb 103 Street Bob 1690 14 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 51 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 76.5% and a failure rate of 23.5%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Harley-davidson Fxdb 103 Street Bob 1690 14 earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Harley-davidson Fxdb 103 Street Bob 1690 14 presents for MOT with approximately 11,402 miles on the clock. The 2013 manufacture year performs best with a 75.6% pass rate.
The most common MOT failure for the Harley-davidson Fxdb 103 Street Bob 1690 14 is Motorcycle lamps and reflectors, affecting 17.6% of all tests. 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. The second most common issue is Motorcycle lighting and signalling at 13.7%. Motorcycle structure and attachments rounds out the top three at 9.8%. 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 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 17.6% | 9 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 13.7% | 7 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 9.8% | 5 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Brakes | 5.9% | 3 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 5.9% | 3 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Wheels | 3.9% | 2 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 2.0% | 1 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 2.0% | 1 |
| 9 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 2.0% | 1 |
| 10 | Motorcycle Audible Warning (Horn) | 2.0% | 1 |
| 11 | Motorcycle Suspension | 2.0% | 1 |
| 12 | Motorcycle Tyres | 2.0% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 11,402 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 lamps and reflectors | 15.48 | 17.6% | 9 |
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 12.04 | 13.7% | 7 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 8.60 | 9.8% | 5 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 5.16 | 5.9% | 3 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 5.16 | 5.9% | 3 |
| Motorcycle wheels | 3.44 | 3.9% | 2 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 1.72 | 2.0% | 1 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 1.72 | 2.0% | 1 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 1.72 | 2.0% | 1 |
| Motorcycle audible warning (Horn) | 1.72 | 2.0% | 1 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 1.72 | 2.0% | 1 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 1.72 | 2.0% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Harley-davidson Fxdb 103 Street Bob 1690 14 has 11,402 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 Fxdb 103 Street Bob 1690 14 has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 20.61% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Harley-davidson Fxdb 103 Street Bob 1690 14 MOT Data
The Harley-davidson Fxdb 103 Street Bob 1690 14 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 51 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 76.5% and a failure rate of 23.5%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Harley-davidson Fxdb 103 Street Bob 1690 14 owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle lamps and reflectors and motorcycle lighting and signalling 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 Fxdb 103 Street Bob 1690 14 is likely to perform.
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors — 17.6% of failures
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors issues account for 17.6% of MOT failures on the Harley-davidson Fxdb 103 Street Bob 1690 14. 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.
Motorcycle lighting and signalling — 13.7% of failures
Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 13.7% of MOT failures on the Harley-davidson Fxdb 103 Street Bob 1690 14. 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 structure and attachments — 9.8% of failures
Motorcycle structure and attachments issues account for 9.8% of MOT failures on the Harley-davidson Fxdb 103 Street Bob 1690 14. 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Harley-davidson Fxdb 103 Street Bob 1690 14?
Based on 51 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Harley-davidson Fxdb 103 Street Bob 1690 14 has an overall pass rate of 76.5% (23.5% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Harley-davidson Fxdb 103 Street Bob 1690 14?
The top 3 reasons a Harley-davidson Fxdb 103 Street Bob 1690 14 fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle lamps and reflectors (17.6%), 2. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (13.7%), 3. Motorcycle structure and attachments (9.8%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Harley-davidson Fxdb 103 Street Bob 1690 14 reliable?
With a 23.5% MOT failure rate, the Fxdb 103 Street Bob 1690 14 is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Harley-davidson Fxdb 103 Street Bob 1690 14?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle lamps and reflectors (17.6%); Motorcycle lighting and signalling (13.7%); Motorcycle structure and attachments (9.8%). 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.