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J797 FWP

1991 Harley Davidson Custom

Multi-colour Petrol 1340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

5,789 mi
Last recorded5,789 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2025
Typical for 1991 Harley Davidson Custom12,076 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ797 FWP
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelCustom
Year1991
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,340cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2025 5,789 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2023 5,774 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2022 5,541 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2021 5,231 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2020 5,008 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 4,805 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 4,792 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 4,495 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 3,981 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 3,543 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 3,133 miles
Fail 25 May 2012 2,278 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 25 May 2012 2,278 miles
Pass 30 May 2011 1,277 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 111 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 36,913 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 35,497 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 34,363 miles
Fail 23 May 2007 34,324 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 17 May 2006 33,397 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson Custom?

Based on 978 MOT tests across 108 vehicles.

86.1%
Pass Rate
518
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
108
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 11
reflector on motorcycle missing 6
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 6
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 6
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 6
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J797 FWP is a 1991 Harley Davidson Custom in Multi-colour with a 1,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1991 Harley Davidson Custom models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 12,076 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley Davidson Custom fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 11 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J797 FWP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson Custom typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 35 years old, this Harley Davidson Custom is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J797 FWP registered?

J797 FWP is a 1991 Harley Davidson Custom, first registered on 31 December 1991.

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The MOT history for J797 FWP shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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