Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2018 Harley Davidson Flsb Sport Glide 1745 18?

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 2018 Harley Davidson Flsb Sport Glide 1745 18?

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 2018 Harley Davidson Flsb Sport Glide 1745 18?

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.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2018 Harley Davidson Flsb Sport Glide 1745 18?

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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Harley Davidson Flsb Sport Glide 1745 18 (2018)

Q: Is the 2018 Harley Davidson Flsb Sport Glide 1745 18 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 226 vehicles, the 2018 Harley Davidson Flsb Sport Glide 1745 18 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 95.1%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

226 real MOT outcomes analysed • 95.1% first-time pass rate

2018 Harley Davidson Flsb Sport Glide 1745 18

CarHunch analysed 226 real MOT records for the 2018 Harley Davidson Flsb Sport Glide 1745 18. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2018 Harley-Davidson FLSB Sport Glide is a reliably built machine, passing its first MOT 82.5% of the time against the UK average of 80%. Only 7.1% of these bikes have ever recorded a dangerous defect, which is reassuringly low for a motorcycle of this age.

With a median mileage of just 9,472 miles, these are typically well-maintained machines that see leisure rather than commuter use. The average of 0.23 failures per vehicle and 1.4 advisories suggests straightforward, predictable maintenance—so if you're buying one, get a pre-purchase inspection focused on brake condition and fluid levels rather than bracing for hidden structural problems.

We have limited data for the 2018 Harley Davidson Flsb Sport Glide 1745 18 — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Around 1 in 20 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

95.1%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

7.1%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.23

Over 4.2 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

Middle half: 6k–15k

For context

These stats describe 226 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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Based on MOT data from 226 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 7.1% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 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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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (98%)	221	95.1%	0.23

Colour Breakdown

Based on 225 Harley Davidson Flsb Sport Glide 1745 18 vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 64.9%

146

Silver 19.1%

Maroon 16%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2018 Harley Davidson Flsb Sport Glide 1745 18 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.

9,472

typical

5,947

low mileage

14,771

high mileage

Half of all 2018 Harley Davidson Flsb Sport Glide 1745 18 vehicles fall between 5,947 and 14,771 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 5,947 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.

✓ 5,947–14,771 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2018 Harley Davidson Flsb Sport Glide 1745 18s sit.

⚠ Over 19,940 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2018 Harley Davidson Flsb Sport Glide 1745 18 — Still on the Road

Almost all 2018 Harley Davidson Flsb Sport Glide 1745 18s are still on the road.

Strong survival — 172 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 97% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2021–2025.

MOT History Averages

4.2

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.23

Avg failures per vehicle

1.4

Avg advisories per vehicle

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