Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2017 Harley Davidson Fxdb 103 Street Bob 1690 17?

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 2017 Harley Davidson Fxdb 103 Street Bob 1690 17?

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 2017 Harley Davidson Fxdb 103 Street Bob 1690 17?

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.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2017 Harley Davidson Fxdb 103 Street Bob 1690 17?

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 Fxdb 103 Street Bob 1690 17 (2017)

Q: Is the 2017 Harley Davidson Fxdb 103 Street Bob 1690 17 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 155 vehicles, the 2017 Harley Davidson Fxdb 103 Street Bob 1690 17 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 91%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

155 real MOT outcomes analysed • 91% first-time pass rate

2017 Harley Davidson Fxdb 103 Street Bob 1690 17

CarHunch analysed 155 real MOT records for the 2017 Harley Davidson Fxdb 103 Street Bob 1690 17. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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This 2017 Street Bob is notably more reliable than the average UK vehicle, with a 91% first-time MOT pass rate versus the 80% national benchmark, and only 9.7% of bikes ever flagged for dangerous defects—a reassuring figure for a used purchase. Petrol versus diesel comparisons don't apply here, so the high pass rate reflects genuine mechanical soundness across the board.

These bikes are averaging just 8,430 miles at MOT, which is very low for a six-year-old motorcycle and suggests they're cherished weekend riders rather than commuters, reducing wear on critical components. With only 0.63 failures per vehicle but 3.1 advisories per bike on average, expect minor maintenance items (worn brakes, tired, chain tension) rather than structural problems—so budget for routine upkeep before you buy, but don't expect expensive surprises.

We have limited data for the 2017 Harley Davidson Fxdb 103 Street Bob 1690 17 — 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%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

9.7%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.63

Over 5.4 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

Middle half: 3k–11k

For context

These stats describe 155 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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Based on MOT data from 155 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.
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🔍 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 2017 Harley Davidson Fxdb 103 Street Bob 1690 17 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.

7,155

typical

3,449

low mileage

11,276

high mileage

Half of all 2017 Harley Davidson Fxdb 103 Street Bob 1690 17 vehicles fall between 3,449 and 11,276 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 3,449 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.

✓ 3,449–11,276 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2017 Harley Davidson Fxdb 103 Street Bob 1690 17s sit.

⚠ Over 15,222 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2017 Harley Davidson Fxdb 103 Street Bob 1690 17 — Still on the Road

Most 2017 Harley Davidson Fxdb 103 Street Bob 1690 17s are still being driven.

106 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 73% of the peak remain.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2020–2025.
* 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

5.4

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.63

Avg failures per vehicle

3.1

Avg advisories per vehicle

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