Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2002 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 2002 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 2002 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 2002 Harley Davidson Fxd reliable?

Based on MOT data from 114 vehicles, the 2002 Harley Davidson Fxd has a first-time MOT pass rate of 91.5%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2002 Harley Davidson Fxd?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2002 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 2002 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 (2002)

114 real MOT outcomes analysed • 91.5% first-time pass rate

2002 Harley Davidson Fxd

CarHunch analysed 114 real MOT records for the 2002 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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The 2002 Harley Davidson FXD is a strong MOT performer, passing first time 91.5% of the time—well above the UK average of 80%—and dangerous defects are rare at just 9.7%, so safety is not a buyer concern. Petrol versus diesel breakdowns don't apply to a motorcycle, and the low failure rate of 1.19 per vehicle reflects a well-engineered machine in this cohort's hands.

These bikes are running light mileage for their age (median 12,606 miles), which explains the healthy pass rate, but the 4.9 advisories per vehicle suggest routine wear on electrical, brake and fluid systems that buyers should budget for during ownership. Check service history carefully and have any potential purchase inspected by a Harley specialist before committing, since older cruisers can hide deferred maintenance.

We have limited data for the 2002 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

91.5%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

9.7%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.19

Over 12.5 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

13k

Middle half: 8k–18k

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These stats describe 114 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 114 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

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

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

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2002.

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Based on MOT data from 114 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 9.7% 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 2002 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.

12,606

typical

7,656

low mileage

18,261

high mileage

Half of all 2002 Harley Davidson Fxd vehicles fall between 7,656 and 18,261 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 7,656 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.

✓ 7,656–18,261 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2002 Harley Davidson Fxds sit.

⚠ Over 24,652 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2002 Harley Davidson Fxd — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 59% of 2002 Harley Davidson Fxds are still active.

39 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 59% 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

12.5

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.19

Avg failures per vehicle

4.9

Avg advisories per vehicle

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