Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2010 Harley Davidson Fxdf?

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 2010 Harley Davidson Fxdf?

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 2010 Harley Davidson Fxdf?

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 2010 Harley Davidson Fxdf reliable?

Based on MOT data from 153 vehicles, the 2010 Harley Davidson Fxdf has a first-time MOT pass rate of 90.4%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2010 Harley Davidson Fxdf?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2010 Harley Davidson Fxdf are: Exhaust noisy (263.5% of vehicles), Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (36.2% of vehicles), Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (26.3% 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 2010 Harley Davidson Fxdf?

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 Fxdf (2010)

153 real MOT outcomes analysed • 90.4% first-time pass rate

2010 Harley Davidson Fxdf

CarHunch analysed 153 real MOT records for the 2010 Harley Davidson Fxdf. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2010 Harley-Davidson FXDF posts a first-time pass rate of 90.4%, which is well ahead of the UK average of 80%, suggesting these bikes are generally well-maintained by their owners. With 17.6% of the cohort having recorded a dangerous defect at some point, buyers should be alert to potential structural or safety issues—though this isn't alarming enough to rule out the model.

The median mileage of just over 10,000 miles for a 14-year-old motorcycle indicates these are garage-kept machines that see recreational rather than commuter use, which explains both the strong pass rate and the high advisory count of 5.1 per bike. Before purchase, have a pre-buy inspection focus on the specific failure patterns in the MOT history—particularly around brakes and suspension, which account for most advisories on cruisers this age.

We have limited data for the 2010 Harley Davidson Fxdf — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Around 1 in 8 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

90.4%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

17.7%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.17

Over 10.9 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

10k

Middle half: 7k–17k

For context

These stats describe 153 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 153 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Exhaust & emissions 263.5%

Exhaust noisy · Rear Exhaust noisy · Offside Rear Exhaust noisy

Tyre wear 36.2%

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 20.9%

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 11.6%

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

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

Suspension & steering 5%

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy

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

Other issues 4.3%

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2010.

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Before you buy a 2010 Harley Davidson Fxdf

Based on MOT data from 153 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 17.7% 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 →
📄 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 2010 Harley Davidson Fxdf 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.

10,264

typical

6,934

low mileage

16,776

high mileage

Half of all 2010 Harley Davidson Fxdf vehicles fall between 6,934 and 16,776 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 6,934 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.

✓ 6,934–16,776 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2010 Harley Davidson Fxdfs sit.

⚠ Over 22,647 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2010 Harley Davidson Fxdf — Still on the Road

Most 2010 Harley Davidson Fxdfs are still being driven.

95 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

10.9

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.17

Avg failures per vehicle

5.1

Avg advisories per vehicle

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