Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2001 Harley Davidson Fxd?

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 2001 Harley Davidson Fxd?

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 2001 Harley Davidson Fxd?

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 2001 Harley Davidson Fxd reliable?

Based on MOT data from 116 vehicles, the 2001 Harley Davidson Fxd has a first-time MOT pass rate of 92.5%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2001 Harley Davidson Fxd?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2001 Harley Davidson Fxd are: Exhaust noisy (179.2% of vehicles), Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (33.8% of vehicles), Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (32.7% 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 2001 Harley Davidson Fxd?

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 Fxd (2001)

116 real MOT outcomes analysed • 92.5% first-time pass rate

2001 Harley Davidson Fxd

CarHunch analysed 116 real MOT records for the 2001 Harley Davidson Fxd. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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This 2001 Harley-Davidson FXD is a reliable performer by MOT standards, with a 92.5% first-time pass rate that significantly beats the UK average of 80%, and a low dangerous defect rate of just 9.5% suggests these machines are structurally sound. The relatively modest mileage—a median of 12,554 miles for a 23-year-old bike—indicates these are cherished machines rather than hard-worked commuters, which bodes well for longevity if you find one with full service history.

When they do need work, the average of 1.06 failures and 4.5 advisories per test points to routine wear items rather than systemic problems—typical stuff like brake pads, fluids, and cables rather than engine or transmission issues. Before buying, inspect the maintenance records carefully: a bike this old with low miles needs proof of regular servicing to justify its low failure rate, as neglected storage can be as damaging as hard use.

We have limited data for the 2001 Harley Davidson Fxd — 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

92.5%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

9.5%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.06

Over 12.4 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

13k

Middle half: 8k–21k

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These stats describe 116 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 116 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Exhaust & emissions 179.2%

Exhaust noisy · Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording · Rear Exhaust noisy

Tyre wear 33.8%

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 30.3%

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit · Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit · Rear 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 7.4%

Rear reflector missing · Rear reflector on motorcycle missing · Headlamp aim too low

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

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2001.

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Based on MOT data from 116 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 9.5% 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 →
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Mileage Distribution

Most 2001 Harley Davidson Fxd 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.

12,554

typical

8,362

low mileage

21,304

high mileage

Half of all 2001 Harley Davidson Fxd vehicles fall between 8,362 and 21,304 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 8,362 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.

✓ 8,362–21,304 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2001 Harley Davidson Fxds sit.

⚠ Over 28,760 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2001 Harley Davidson Fxd — Still on the Road

Most 2001 Harley Davidson Fxds are still being driven.

48 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 72% 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

12.4

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.06

Avg failures per vehicle

4.5

Avg advisories per vehicle

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