2009 Harley-Davidson Fxdb 1.6L Petrol · LJ59 TYP

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status, though the maintenance trend shows a persistent issue with the exhaust system. The most recent test in June 2023 at 9,242 miles resulted in a pass despite a noisy offside rear exhaust. This specific fault appeared in every recorded test from 2020 through to 2023, indicating that while the component meets minimum safety standards, the underlying cause of the noise or vibration has not been rectified. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 17-year-old motorcycle, averaging approximately 544 miles per year. Between July 2020 at 8,564 miles and June 2023 at 9,242 miles, the vehicle covered only 678 miles. This low usage suggests minimal mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine components, but long periods of standing can lead to secondary issues such as perished rubber seals, seized brake components, or degraded fluid quality which are not fully captured by a standard MOT inspection. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the offside rear exhaust assembly to identify loose bolts, mounting brackets, or internal baffle damage causing the recurring noise. The February 2022 failure regarding the offside front stop lamp remaining on suggests a previous electrical fault or a faulty pressure switch that should be verified to ensure the wiring remains intact. Given the low mileage and age, attention should be paid to flat spots on tyres, cracked fork hoses, and corrosion on the brake discs, which often affect vehicles that remain stationary for extended periods.