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Harley Davidson Flstni (2005)

106 real MOT outcomes analysed • 90.5% first-time pass rate

2005 Harley Davidson Flstni

CarHunch analysed 106 real MOT records for the 2005 Harley Davidson Flstni. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.

This 2005 Harley-Davidson FLSTNI is significantly more reliable than the average UK vehicle, with a 90.5% first-time MOT pass rate against the national 80% benchmark. The dangerous defect rate of 6.6% is well below concerning levels, so structural and safety failures are genuinely rare in this cohort.

At just under 13,000 miles on average for an 19-year-old bike, these machines have been treated as cherished collectibles rather than workhorses—typical for Harley cruisers. The low failure rate (0.9 per vehicle) and modest advisory count (4.4) reflect this careful ownership, though the median Carhunch score of 50 suggests you'll still need routine maintenance; inspect brake lines, electrics, and fuel system components closely before purchase.

Generally reliable 10.5% above UK average
90.5%
pass MOT first time
UK average: ~80%
9,315
typical mileage
4,435–19,207 middle half
6.6%
ever had a dangerous defect
recorded at any MOT
0.9
avg MOT failures per car
over 10.1 tests on record

What to check before buying a 2005 Harley Davidson Flstni

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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Mileage Distribution

Most 2005 Harley Davidson Flstni 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.

4,435
low mileage
9,315
typical
19,207
high mileage

Half of all 2005 Harley Davidson Flstni vehicles fall between 4,435 and 19,207 miles.

2005 Harley Davidson Flstni — Still on the Road

Strong survival — 44 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 80% of the peak.

53 44 2014 2025

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.

MOT History Averages

10.1
Avg MOT tests per vehicle
0.9
Avg failures per vehicle
4.4
Avg advisories per vehicle

Most Common MOT Issues — 2005 Harley Davidson Flstni

Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.

  • 160.9%
    Exhaust noisy
  • 98.3%
    Exhaust noisy
  • 21%
    Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
  • 20.2%
    Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit
  • 19.3%
    Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
  • 17.6%
    Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
  • 15%
    Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
  • 12.9%
    Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2005. Counts include advisories and failures.

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