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JLW 208V

1979 Harley-davidson Fxe

Blue Petrol 1340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2012
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

6,715 mi
Last recorded6,715 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2011
Typical for 1979 Harley-davidson Fxe12,922 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJLW 208V
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelFxe
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,340cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 5 Aug 2011 6,715 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 6,483 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson Fxe?

Based on 907 MOT tests across 123 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
524
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
123
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 10
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 6
Direction indicator missing 4
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 4
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JLW 208V is a 1979 Harley-davidson Fxe in Blue with a 1,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Harley-davidson Fxe models, the average MOT pass rate is 98.1% with a typical mileage of 12,922 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley-davidson Fxe fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JLW 208V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson Fxe typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 47 years old, this Harley-davidson Fxe is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was JLW 208V registered?

JLW 208V is a 1979 Harley-davidson Fxe, first registered on 1 October 1979.

Is JLW 208V safe to buy?

The MOT history for JLW 208V 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.

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