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ESJ 281

1998 Indian Chief

Red Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2013
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,608 mi
Last recorded38,608 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationESJ 281
MakeIndian
ModelChief
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 9 Feb 2012 38,608 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 38,608 miles

How Reliable is the Indian Chief?

Based on 1,250 MOT tests across 243 vehicles.

94.1%
Pass Rate
578
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
243
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Horn not working 3
reflector on motorcycle missing 2
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ESJ 281 is a 1998 Indian Chief in Red with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Indian Chief fails its MOT is horn not working, accounting for 3 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ESJ 281, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Indian Chief typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 28 years old, this Indian Chief is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was ESJ 281 registered?

ESJ 281 is a 1998 Indian Chief, first registered on 1 February 1998.

Is ESJ 281 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ESJ 281 shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ESJ 281 have outstanding finance?

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