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R691 FSG

1997 Harley Davidson 1340

Maroon Petrol 1340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

31,384 mi
Last recorded31,384 miles
Recorded on23 May 2022
Typical for 1997 Harley Davidson 134018,249 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR691 FSG
MakeHarley Davidson
Model1340
Year1997
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,340cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 May 2022 31,384 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 31,229 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 31,095 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 30,436 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 30,371 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 8 Mar 2018 30,371 miles

Direction indicator deteriorated and function impaired both rears flash at same time and very dull (1.5.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

wires under rear mudguard hanging down fouling rear tyre

Pass 23 Apr 2016 29,423 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 26,262 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2014 26,224 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 25 May 2013 22,647 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 19,582 miles

Brake hose slightly kinked (3.2.B3a)

Drive belt slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 23 May 2012 19,582 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Brake hose slightly kinked (3.2.B3a)

Drive belt slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 13 Apr 2011 19,298 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 24 Apr 2010 19,062 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 24 Apr 2010 19,062 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 18,367 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 17,201 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2006 3,934 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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R691 FSG is a 1997 Harley Davidson 1340 in Maroon with a 1,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 R691 FSG, 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 R691 FSG registered?

R691 FSG is a 1997 Harley Davidson 1340, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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