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D281 BSA

1987 Harley Davidson Fxst

Red Petrol 1350cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2024
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,714 mi
Last recorded33,714 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2023
Typical for 1987 Harley Davidson Fxst33,494 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD281 BSA
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelFxst
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,350cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 1 Apr 2023 33,714 miles

Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2022 33,619 miles

Slight movement on handlebars

Pass 16 Dec 2020 33,494 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2019 33,321 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson Fxst?

Based on 3,170 MOT tests across 323 vehicles.

89.5%
Pass Rate
536
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
323
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 17
reflector on motorcycle missing 17
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 12
Direction indicator missing 12
Direction indicators not working 8
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D281 BSA is a 1987 Harley Davidson Fxst in Red with a 1,350cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1987 Harley Davidson Fxst models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.1% with a typical mileage of 33,494 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley Davidson Fxst fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 17 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D281 BSA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson Fxst typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 39 years old, this Harley Davidson Fxst is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D281 BSA registered?

D281 BSA is a 1987 Harley Davidson Fxst, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is D281 BSA safe to buy?

The MOT history for D281 BSA shows 4 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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