Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2008 Harley Davidson Fxcwc?

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 2008 Harley Davidson Fxcwc?

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 2008 Harley Davidson Fxcwc?

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 2008 Harley Davidson Fxcwc reliable?

Based on MOT data from 142 vehicles, the 2008 Harley Davidson Fxcwc has a first-time MOT pass rate of 90.1%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2008 Harley Davidson Fxcwc?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2008 Harley Davidson Fxcwc are: Exhaust noisy (255.1% of vehicles), Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (52.5% of vehicles), Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (43.2% 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 2008 Harley Davidson Fxcwc?

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 Fxcwc (2008)

142 real MOT outcomes analysed • 90.1% first-time pass rate

2008 Harley Davidson Fxcwc

CarHunch analysed 142 real MOT records for the 2008 Harley Davidson Fxcwc. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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This 2008 Harley Davidson FXCWC is more reliable than the average UK vehicle, with a 90.1% first-time MOT pass rate against the 80% national benchmark—a solid result for a 16-year-old motorcycle. The dangerous defect rate of 10.6% is low enough not to be a major concern, though worth checking for during inspection.

At nearly 10,000 miles average and just under 8,000 miles median, these bikes are relatively lightly used for their age, which explains the strong pass performance. The typical bike racks up just over one failure and nearly five advisories per test, suggesting routine wear items (brake pads, fluid condition, cables) are the main culprits rather than structural problems—budget for regular maintenance and have a pre-purchase inspection focus on brake components and suspension.

We have limited data for the 2008 Harley Davidson Fxcwc — 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

90.1%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

10.6%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.08

Over 10.8 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

Middle half: 5k–12k

For context

These stats describe 142 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 142 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Exhaust & emissions 255.1%

Exhaust noisy · Rear Exhaust noisy · Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition

Tyre wear 52.5%

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Front 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 37.3%

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

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

Lighting 14%

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing · Rear reflector missing

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

Other issues 11%

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements

Suspension & steering 7.6%

Steering headbearing has slight free play · Front wheel bearings are slightly rough

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2008.

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Based on MOT data from 142 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 10.6% 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 →
📄 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 2008 Harley Davidson Fxcwc 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.

7,937

typical

5,117

low mileage

12,099

high mileage

Half of all 2008 Harley Davidson Fxcwc vehicles fall between 5,117 and 12,099 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 5,117 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.

✓ 5,117–12,099 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2008 Harley Davidson Fxcwcs sit.

⚠ Over 16,333 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2008 Harley Davidson Fxcwc — Still on the Road

Most 2008 Harley Davidson Fxcwcs are still being driven.

72 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 71% of the peak remain.

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

10.8

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.08

Avg failures per vehicle

4.9

Avg advisories per vehicle

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