1999 Harley Davidson Road King MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Road King models manufactured in 1999, based on 43 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
1999 Harley Davidson Road King MOT Analysis
The 1999 Harley Davidson Road King has an MOT pass rate of 88.4% based on 43 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 26,774 miles on the odometer. With a 11.6% failure rate, the 1999 Road King is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1999 Harley Davidson Road King is Identification of the vehicle, responsible for 2.3% of failures. Identification failures relate to the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and registration plate. The VIN must be permanently displayed and legible, and the registration plate must meet British Standard formatting. Typical repair costs range from £10–50. Non-component advisories is the second most common issue at 2.3%.
Top failures specific to 1999 models only. The overall Road King page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 2.3% | 1 |
| 2 | Non-component Advisories | 2.3% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 26,774 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.87 | 2.3% | 1 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.87 | 2.3% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 1999 Harley Davidson Road King has an MOT pass rate of 88.4% based on 43 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 26,774 miles on the odometer. With a 11.6% failure rate, the 1999 Road King is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 1999 Harley Davidson Road King, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to identification of the vehicle: Ensure the VIN plate is visible and legible (usually in the windscreen or under the bonnet). Check that number plates are clean, undamaged, and use the correct font and spacing. With relatively low average mileage of 26,774 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.
Identification of the vehicle — 2.3% of failures
Identification of the vehicle issues account for 2.3% of MOT failures on 1999 Harley Davidson Road King models. Identification failures relate to the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and registration plate. The VIN must be permanently displayed and legible, and the registration plate must meet British Standard formatting. Typical repair costs: £10–50. Pre-MOT check: Ensure the VIN plate is visible and legible (usually in the windscreen or under the bonnet). Check that number plates are clean, undamaged, and use the correct font and spacing.
Non-component advisories — 2.3% of failures
Non-component advisories issues account for 2.3% of MOT failures on 1999 Harley Davidson Road King models. Non-component advisories 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.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.