1989 HARLEY DAVIDSON FLSTF1.3L Petrol

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, evidenced by a clean pass in its most recent inspection. The test performed on July 23, 2026 at 11,741 miles recorded no defects, indicating that the motorcycle currently meets all minimum safety standards. This follows a period of consistent passes in 2024, 2023, and 2021, suggesting that the current owner is maintaining the vehicle to a high operational standard. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 37-year-old machine, averaging approximately 317 miles per year. There is a significant gap in the data between 2014 at 39,860 miles and 2015 at 5,120 miles, suggesting either a period of storage or a recording error. Since 2015, the mileage has climbed slowly, often in increments of under 500 miles annually. While this low usage limits wear on the drivetrain and engine, it increases the risk of rubber degradation and fluid stagnation due to long periods of inactivity. A physical inspection should focus on components that have historically failed or those prone to age-related decay. The 2021 failure at 8,229 miles highlighted critical issues with rear brake pads and a noisy exhaust, showing that basic consumable maintenance was at once neglected. Earlier records from 2011 and 2012 flagged free play in the steering headbearing and wheel bearings; a buyer must verify that these mechanical assemblies have been properly replaced and have not since developed new play. Given the low mileage, check the tyres for sidewall cracking and the brake lines for perished, as these parts often fail due to age rather than distance.