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J488 RFX

1991 Harley Davidson Fxr

Black Petrol 1340cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

26,973 mi
Last recorded26,973 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 1991 Harley Davidson Fxr20,845 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ488 RFX
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelFxr
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,340cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 26,973 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Sep 2024 26,968 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2023 26,959 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 Sep 2022 26,955 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2021 26,943 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Sep 2020 26,895 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 9 Sep 2020 26,895 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Aug 2019 26,884 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 29 Aug 2019 26,884 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Sep 2018 26,880 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2018 26,880 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 7 Sep 2017 26,756 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Sep 2016 26,745 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 9 Sep 2016 26,745 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 11 Sep 2015 26,710 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front tyre showing signs of perishing

Rear showing signs of perishing

Fail 11 Sep 2015 26,710 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front tyre showing signs of perishing

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear showing signs of perishing

Pass 3 Mar 2010 26,698 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 26,694 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 26,676 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson Fxr?

Based on 4,756 MOT tests across 471 vehicles.

88.5%
Pass Rate
495
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
471
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 35
reflector on motorcycle missing 33
Direction indicator missing 19
wheel bearings have excessive free play 19
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 16
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J488 RFX is a 1991 Harley Davidson Fxr in Black with a 1,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 1991 Harley Davidson Fxr models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 20,845 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 Fxr fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J488 RFX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson Fxr typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 35 years old, this Harley Davidson Fxr is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J488 RFX registered?

J488 RFX is a 1991 Harley Davidson Fxr, first registered on 8 November 1991.

Is J488 RFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for J488 RFX shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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