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

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 Fxdx?

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 Fxdx?

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 Fxdx reliable?

Based on MOT data from 102 vehicles, the 2001 Harley Davidson Fxdx has a first-time MOT pass rate of 91.6%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2001 Harley Davidson Fxdx?

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 Fxdx (2001)

Q: What are common problems with the 2001 Harley Davidson Fxdx?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2001 Harley Davidson Fxdx are: Exhaust noisy (201.5% of vehicles), Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (40.5% of vehicles), Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (39% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

102 real MOT outcomes analysed • 91.6% first-time pass rate

2001 Harley Davidson Fxdx

CarHunch analysed 102 real MOT records for the 2001 Harley Davidson Fxdx. 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 FXDX is significantly more reliable than the average UK vehicle, with a 91.6% first-time MOT pass rate well above the 80% national average, and only 11.8% of examples ever showing a dangerous defect—a reassuringly low figure. Petrol versus diesel isn't a factor here since the FXDX is a cruiser motorcycle, so the strength of this pass rate reflects genuine build quality across the board.

These bikes are running at modest mileage for their age, averaging 17,383 miles, which suggests they're cherished weekend riders rather than workhorses—exactly what you'd expect from a premium cruiser. The typical owner will handle around 1.4 failures and 5.9 advisories per MOT, mainly routine wear items rather than structural problems, so budget for steady maintenance but don't expect major shocks; when shopping, prioritize service history and recent tyre condition over overall mileage.

We have limited data for the 2001 Harley Davidson Fxdx — 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

91.6%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

11.8%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.37

Over 14.6 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

16k

Middle half: 10k–23k

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These stats describe 102 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 102 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Exhaust & emissions 201.5%

Exhaust noisy · Rear Exhaust noisy

Tyre wear 40.5%

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Brake wear 39%

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort · Rear 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 8.8%

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

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

Other issues 6.3%

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2001.

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Before you buy a 2001 Harley Davidson Fxdx

Based on MOT data from 102 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 11.8% 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 2001 Harley Davidson Fxdx 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.

15,550

typical

9,529

low mileage

22,837

high mileage

Half of all 2001 Harley Davidson Fxdx vehicles fall between 9,529 and 22,837 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 9,529 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.

✓ 9,529–22,837 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2001 Harley Davidson Fxdxs sit.

⚠ Over 30,829 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 Fxdx — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 63% of 2001 Harley Davidson Fxdxs are still active.

46 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 63% 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

14.6

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.37

Avg failures per vehicle

5.9

Avg advisories per vehicle

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