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R72 JTN

1997 Harley Davidson Fxd

Black Petrol 1340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

39,809 mi
Last recorded39,809 miles
Recorded on13 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Harley Davidson Fxd20,679 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR72 JTN
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelFxd
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,340cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 May 2025 39,809 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 5 Apr 2025 39,789 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Rear only one indicator lamp illuminates , but is acceptable for MOT

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 25 Jun 2024 39,559 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 May 2023 38,791 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Jun 2022 37,825 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 37,409 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2020 37,020 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2019 36,261 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2019 36,261 miles

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (5.2.2 (d))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Feb 2018 34,417 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 33,657 miles

Engine idle erratic.

Engine timing cover allen bolt loose.

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 30 Oct 2013 33,607 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 30 Oct 2013 33,607 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Nov 2012 33,238 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 32,269 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 32,079 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 30,720 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 29,073 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2007 29,067 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson Fxd?

Based on 11,459 MOT tests across 942 vehicles.

89.9%
Pass Rate
652
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
942
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 62
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 43
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 35
reflector on motorcycle missing 35
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 30
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R72 JTN is a 1997 Harley Davidson Fxd in Black with a 1,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1997 Harley Davidson Fxd models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.3% with a typical mileage of 20,679 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 Fxd fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 62 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R72 JTN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson Fxd typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 29 years old, this Harley Davidson Fxd is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R72 JTN registered?

R72 JTN is a 1997 Harley Davidson Fxd, first registered on 27 September 1997.

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