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

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 Fxdl?

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 Fxdl?

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 Fxdl reliable?

Based on MOT data from 100 vehicles, the 2002 Harley Davidson Fxdl has a first-time MOT pass rate of 93.9%, 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 Fxdl?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2002 Harley Davidson Fxdl are: Exhaust noisy (181.2% of vehicles), Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (35% of vehicles), Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (30.8% 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 Fxdl?

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 Fxdl (2002)

100 real MOT outcomes analysed • 93.9% first-time pass rate

2002 Harley Davidson Fxdl

CarHunch analysed 100 real MOT records for the 2002 Harley Davidson Fxdl. 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 FXDL is a strong performer, with a 93.9% first-time MOT pass rate that sits well ahead of the UK average of 80%—and only 10% of vehicles have ever recorded a dangerous defect, which is reassuringly low. Petrol and diesel comparisons don't apply to a motorcycle, so the headline is simply that these bikes are exceptionally reliable at MOT time.

The median mileage of 14,249 miles is genuinely low for a 22-year-old machine, suggesting most survivors in this cohort have been cherished rather than thrashed. The average of 0.87 failures and 3.3 advisories per vehicle confirms they're straightforward to maintain—focus your pre-purchase inspection on the usual wear items (brakes, tyres, electrics) rather than expecting structural problems.

We have limited data for the 2002 Harley Davidson Fxdl — 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

93.9%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

10%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.87

Over 11.9 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

14k

Middle half: 8k–21k

For context

These stats describe 100 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 100 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Exhaust & emissions 181.2%

Exhaust noisy · Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition · Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording

Tyre wear 35%

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 29.3%

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit · Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit · 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 9%

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

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

Other issues 6.8%

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height · Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2002.

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Before you buy a 2002 Harley Davidson Fxdl

Based on MOT data from 100 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 10% 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 2002 Harley Davidson Fxdl 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.

14,249

typical

8,190

low mileage

21,211

high mileage

Half of all 2002 Harley Davidson Fxdl vehicles fall between 8,190 and 21,211 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 8,190 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.

✓ 8,190–21,211 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2002 Harley Davidson Fxdls sit.

⚠ Over 28,634 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 Fxdl — Still on the Road

Most 2002 Harley Davidson Fxdls are still being driven.

41 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 79% 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

11.9

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.87

Avg failures per vehicle

3.3

Avg advisories per vehicle

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