Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2016 Harley Davidson Flhxs?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2016 Harley Davidson Flhxs?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2016 Harley Davidson Flhxs?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2016 Harley Davidson Flhxs reliable?

Based on MOT data from 125 vehicles, the 2016 Harley Davidson Flhxs has a first-time MOT pass rate of 94.3%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2016 Harley Davidson Flhxs?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Q: What are common problems with the 2016 Harley Davidson Flhxs?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2016 Harley Davidson Flhxs are: Exhaust noisy (86% of vehicles), COVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION (30.8% of vehicles), Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (25.3% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

125 real MOT outcomes analysed • 94.3% first-time pass rate

2016 Harley Davidson Flhxs

CarHunch analysed 125 real MOT records for the 2016 Harley Davidson Flhxs. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2016 Harley Davidson FLHXS is notably reliable on the MOT, with a 94.3% first-time pass rate that substantially beats the UK average of 80%—these bikes are well-engineered and typically well-maintained by their owners. The dangerous defect rate sits at a low 9.6%, so structural or safety concerns are uncommon with this model.

At just over 12,000 miles median mileage, these machines are lightly used for their age, which partly explains the strong pass rate; however, the average of 2.2 advisories per bike suggests routine maintenance items (brake fluid, cable adjustment, light wear) do need attention. When you're shopping for one, budget for minor servicing to clear those advisories, and always check brake and suspension condition in person, since those are the recurring pain points across the sample.

We have limited data for the 2016 Harley Davidson Flhxs — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ About 1 in 12 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

94.3%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

9.6%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.42

Over 5.6 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

12k

Middle half: 7k–19k

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These stats describe 125 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 125 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Exhaust & emissions 86%

Exhaust noisy · Rear Exhaust noisy

Other issues 30.8%

COVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION · Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements · Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements

Brake wear 25.3%

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort · Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit · Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Tyre wear 18.6%

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Lighting 3.6%

Headlamp aim too low · Headlamp aim too high

Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2016.

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Before you buy a 2016 Harley Davidson Flhxs

Based on MOT data from 125 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 9.6% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Mileage Distribution

Most 2016 Harley Davidson Flhxs vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

12,122

typical

7,172

low mileage

19,144

high mileage

Half of all 2016 Harley Davidson Flhxs vehicles fall between 7,172 and 19,144 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 7,172 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 7,172–19,144 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2016 Harley Davidson Flhxss sit.

⚠ Over 25,844 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2016 Harley Davidson Flhxs — Still on the Road

Most 2016 Harley Davidson Flhxss are still being driven.

84 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 78% of the peak remain.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2019–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

5.6

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.42

Avg failures per vehicle

2.2

Avg advisories per vehicle

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