Harley Davidson Flstf Fat Boy (2008)
2008 Harley Davidson Flstf Fat Boy
CarHunch analysed 103 real MOT records for the 2008 Harley Davidson Flstf Fat Boy. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 2008 Fat Boy has a 7.8% first-time pass rate—catastrophically below the UK average of 80%—which means almost 92% of these bikes fail their MOT on the first attempt. The good news is that zero vehicles have ever recorded a dangerous defect, so failures are typically correctable issues rather than safety-critical problems.
These bikes average just 5,129 miles, suggesting most are weekend warriors or collector pieces rather than daily commuters, yet they still rack up an average of 0.1 advisories per test. If you're buying one, budget for pre-MOT servicing and expect to address several minor defects before test day—the low mileage actually makes this predictable and manageable.
What to check before buying a 2008 Harley Davidson Flstf Fat Boy
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (94%) | 97 | 2.1% | 0 |
| Other (6%) | 6 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2008 Harley Davidson Flstf Fat Boy vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2008 Harley Davidson Flstf Fat Boy vehicles fall between 3,421 and 6,057 miles.
MOT History Averages
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