Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2020 Harley Davidson Fxlrs Low Rider S 1868 20?

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 2020 Harley Davidson Fxlrs Low Rider S 1868 20?

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 2020 Harley Davidson Fxlrs Low Rider S 1868 20?

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 2020 Harley Davidson Fxlrs Low Rider S 1868 20?

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 Fxlrs Low Rider S 1868 20 (2020)

Q: Is the 2020 Harley Davidson Fxlrs Low Rider S 1868 20 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 193 vehicles, the 2020 Harley Davidson Fxlrs Low Rider S 1868 20 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 92.9%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

193 real MOT outcomes analysed • 92.9% first-time pass rate

2020 Harley Davidson Fxlrs Low Rider S 1868 20

CarHunch analysed 193 real MOT records for the 2020 Harley Davidson Fxlrs Low Rider S 1868 20. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2020 Harley-Davidson FXLRS Low Rider S posts an 87.1% first-time pass rate, which sits a healthy 7 points above the UK average, suggesting these bikes are generally well-maintained and reliable. Only 3.6% have ever recorded a dangerous defect, which is reassuringly low and well below any concern threshold for buyers.

At just under 5,950 miles median mileage, these machines are still young and lightly used for their age, which explains the strong pass performance. The average bike picks up 0.24 failures and 1.2 minor advisories per test, indicating routine wear items rather than structural issues—so when buying one used, focus your inspection on consumables like brakes and tyres rather than worrying about engine or frame problems.

We have limited data for the 2020 Harley Davidson Fxlrs Low Rider S 1868 20 — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

92.9%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

3.6%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.24

Over 2.7 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

Middle half: 4k–9k

For context

These stats describe 193 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 193 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 3.6% 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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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (98%)	189	92.7%	0.25

Mileage Distribution

Most 2020 Harley Davidson Fxlrs Low Rider S 1868 20 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.

5,949

typical

3,742

low mileage

9,014

high mileage

Half of all 2020 Harley Davidson Fxlrs Low Rider S 1868 20 vehicles fall between 3,742 and 9,014 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 3,742 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.

✓ 3,742–9,014 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2020 Harley Davidson Fxlrs Low Rider S 1868 20s sit.

⚠ Over 12,168 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2020 Harley Davidson Fxlrs Low Rider S 1868 20 — Still on the Road

Almost all 2020 Harley Davidson Fxlrs Low Rider S 1868 20s are still on the road.

Strong survival — 143 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 92% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2023–2025.

MOT History Averages

2.7

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.24

Avg failures per vehicle

1.2

Avg advisories per vehicle

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