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V438 JBH

1999 Harley-davidson Fxst Softail Standard

Black Petrol 1450cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

46,254 mi
Last recorded46,254 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2017
Typical for 1999 Harley-davidson Fxst Softail Standard21,398 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV438 JBH
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelFxst Softail Standard
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,450cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2017 46,254 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 43,196 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2016 43,181 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies switch (1.3.1a)

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Dec 2014 39,993 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 13 Dec 2014 39,993 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 7 May 2014 39,928 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 39,596 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 38,780 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2011 37,528 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2010 36,014 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2008 33,802 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 30,691 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 27,244 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2005 22,780 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson Fxst Softail Standard?

Based on 2,652 MOT tests across 210 vehicles.

90.2%
Pass Rate
714
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
210
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 18
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 16
reflector on motorcycle missing 15
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 11
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 9
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V438 JBH is a 1999 Harley-davidson Fxst Softail Standard in Black with a 1,450cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1999 Harley-davidson Fxst Softail Standard models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 21,398 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 Fxst Softail Standard fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 18 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V438 JBH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson Fxst Softail Standard typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 27 years old, this Harley-davidson Fxst Softail Standard is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was V438 JBH registered?

V438 JBH is a 1999 Harley-davidson Fxst Softail Standard, first registered on 13 September 1999.

Is V438 JBH safe to buy?

The MOT history for V438 JBH shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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