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

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 Flstfb?

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 Flstfb?

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 Flstfb reliable?

Based on MOT data from 146 vehicles, the 2016 Harley Davidson Flstfb has a first-time MOT pass rate of 93.2%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2016 Harley Davidson Flstfb?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2016 Harley Davidson Flstfb are: Exhaust noisy (210.1% of vehicles), Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (29.5% of vehicles), Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (23.5% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

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

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 Flstfb (2016)

146 real MOT outcomes analysed • 93.2% first-time pass rate

2016 Harley Davidson Flstfb

CarHunch analysed 146 real MOT records for the 2016 Harley Davidson Flstfb. 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 FLSTFB is significantly more reliable than the UK average, with a 93.2% first-time MOT pass rate compared to 80% nationally, and only 14.4% of vehicles ever flagged for dangerous defects—a reassuring picture for buyers. The low failure rate of 0.49 per vehicle confirms these bikes are well-engineered and typically well-maintained by their owners.

At nearly 9,000 miles on average, these bikes show moderate use for their age, and the relatively low advisory count of 3.2 per vehicle suggests they don't accumulate the minor wear issues you'd see on higher-mileage machines. When buying one, focus on service history and fluid condition rather than worrying about structural or safety problems—this is a model that, if looked after, tends to stay on the road.

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

⚠️ Around 1 in 8 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

93.2%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

14.4%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.49

Over 6.1 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

Middle half: 4k–12k

For context

These stats describe 146 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 146 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Exhaust & emissions 210.1%

Exhaust noisy · Rear Exhaust noisy · Offside Exhaust noisy

Tyre wear 29.5%

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit

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

Brake wear 21.5%

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

Other issues 8.1%

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

Lighting 6.7%

Rear reflector missing · Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative · Headlamp aim too low · …

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

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2016.

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Based on MOT data from 146 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 14.4% 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 →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Mileage Distribution

Most 2016 Harley Davidson Flstfb 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.

6,822

typical

3,791

low mileage

12,281

high mileage

Half of all 2016 Harley Davidson Flstfb vehicles fall between 3,791 and 12,281 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 3,791 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.

✓ 3,791–12,281 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2016 Harley Davidson Flstfbs sit.

⚠ Over 16,579 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 Flstfb — Still on the Road

Most 2016 Harley Davidson Flstfbs are still being driven.

Strong survival — 106 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 85% of the peak.

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

6.1

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.49

Avg failures per vehicle

3.2

Avg advisories per vehicle

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