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R251 DPV

1997 Harley Davidson 1340

White Petrol 1340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

17,205 mi
Last recorded17,205 miles
Recorded on10 May 2024
Typical for 1997 Harley Davidson 134018,249 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR251 DPV
MakeHarley Davidson
Model1340
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,340cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 May 2024 17,205 miles
Pass 27 May 2023 16,715 miles
Fail 27 May 2023 16,715 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 May 2022 15,915 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 15,466 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 15,150 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 15,010 miles
Fail 3 May 2019 15,010 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Apr 2018 14,300 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 18 Apr 2017 11,900 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2017 11,900 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 16 May 2016 7,979 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 7,856 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Jun 2014 7,601 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 7,121 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 6,378 miles

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

front brake lever slow to return [slight]

front tyre 2mm thread

Pass 26 Mar 2011 3,988 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 3,190 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 3,170 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2007 2,932 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 2,723 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2005 2,052 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson 1340?

Based on 2,547 MOT tests across 195 vehicles.

88.3%
Pass Rate
558
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
195
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 19
reflector on motorcycle missing 19
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 11
Direction indicator not working 8
Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format 8
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R251 DPV is a 1997 Harley Davidson 1340 in White with a 1,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 1997 Harley Davidson 1340 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 18,249 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Harley Davidson 1340 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R251 DPV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson 1340 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 29 years old, this Harley Davidson 1340 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R251 DPV registered?

R251 DPV is a 1997 Harley Davidson 1340, first registered on 30 November 1997.

Is R251 DPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R251 DPV shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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