2018 Harley-Davidson Street ROD XG 750 A 18 0.7L Petrol · LD68 FCF

The most recent MOT test on 2 September 2024 does not appear on the records provided; the latest entry shows a pass dated 18 August 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded, following a clean pass on 2 September 2024 and an earlier same-day failure that also recorded no specific defect categories. The history therefore demonstrates a stable maintenance trend, with all testable items found compliant at the most recent assessment and no advisory notes left outstanding that would point to developing wear items. The recorded failure on 2 September 2024 is unusual in that it carried no defect details, which suggests either an administrative or documentation issue or a refusal to test rather than a meaningful mechanical failure; this should be clarified with the seller, but on the face of the available evidence there is no pattern of recurring defects or progressive deterioration across the five-year MOT history. The recorded mileage of just 2,127 miles on an eight-year-old Harley-Davidson Street Rod equates to an annual average of roughly 266 miles, which is exceptionally low for any motorcycle and indicative of either very occasional recreational use, extensive periods of storage, or possibly inaccurate or incomplete odometer recording, a point worth verifying through service documentation and V5 continuity checks. Such low mileage means mechanical wear from use will be minimal across the engine, transmission, chain or belt final drive, and braking surfaces, but it simultaneously raises the risk of degradation from standing rather than from use. Seals, gaskets, and rubber components can deteriorate through age regardless of mileage, and any chain, sprockets, brake calipers, and exposed fastenings may have suffered from surface corrosion due to prolonged inactivity in variable humidity conditions. For a prospective buyer, the priority inspections should focus on age- and storage-related deterioration rather than wear. The tyres should be examined closely for sidewall perishing, cracking, or weather-checking, as motorcycle tyres older than five years from the date code are generally considered to have reduced grip even if tread depth remains adequate, and replacement should be factored into any purchase. Brake discs should be inspected for surface rust and the calipers checked for binding or sluggish pistons, which commonly develop on vehicles that have stood for extended periods; a firm brake lever feel and clean, even pad contact with the disc on a test ride would suggest these components remain serviceable. The 12V battery is highly likely to be original or near-original at eight years old, so its state of charge and ability to hold voltage under load should be tested, and budget for imminent replacement. All fluids, including engine oil, brake fluid, and any clutch hydraulic fluid, will have degraded through age rather than use, and a full fluid service is strongly advisable before relying on the machine for regular riding. Finally, beyond the core mechanical checks, the fuel system warrants particular attention given the likelihood of standing fuel having degraded, which can leave varnish deposits in the carburettor or fuel injectors and cause running issues; verify that the machine starts readily from cold, idles smoothly, and responds cleanly to throttle inputs without hesitation or stalling. Examine the chain or final drive for stiffness, surface rust, and adequate lubrication, as a seized or heavily corroded chain will require replacement. Check for any evidence of fluid leaks around the engine casings, fork seals, and brake calipers, as perished seals are common on stored machines. Lighting, indicators, and the horn should be confirmed functional, and the condition of the V5, service stamps or invoices, and any previous MOT certificates should be reviewed to confirm mileage consistency and corroborate the ownership and usage history presented by the seller.