2020 Harley-Davidson Flhcs Heritage STC 114 1868 20 1.9L Petrol · NV20 MJU

This Harley-Davidson presents a clean bill of health on paper. The most recent MOT, conducted on 25 February 2025 at 3,334 miles, passed with zero defects recorded. That is a strong result. Comparing it to the previous test on 15 December 2023, which flagged an exhaust noise advisory at just 141 miles, the trend is clearly improving. The exhaust defect from late 2023 appears to have been addressed, and the subsequent test confirms the bike is currently free of any flagged mechanical or structural concerns. Maintenance, at least through the lens of MOT outcomes, looks stable and well-managed. The mileage pattern is unusual and demands attention. Between the December 2023 test at 141 miles and the February 2025 test at 3,334 miles, the odometer jumped by 3,193 miles in roughly fourteen months. Before that, the bike appears to have barely moved, sitting at triple digits for what was likely years. Averaging around 556 miles annually over six years, this is exceptionally low use. The sudden spike suggests either a change in ownership or a shift from static storage to active riding. Long periods of sitting can cause its own problems, dried seals, stale fuel, and corroded brake components, even if the mileage itself is modest. A buyer should inspect the bike with those long stationary periods in mind. Check the tyre date codes carefully. Rubber ages regardless of tread depth, and original tyres from 2020 will almost certainly need replacement regardless of how few miles they have covered. Examine the brake system thoroughly. Calipers that sat unused can develop binding pistons, and discs can surface-corrode quickly on a bike that stands for extended periods. The exhaust advisory from 2023 was cleared, but verify the fix was permanent by checking for fresh welds, replaced clamps, or signs of aftermarket modifications that may not be road-legal. Beyond the MOT record, focus on the fuel system and battery health. Petrol degrades, and a machine that sat with a partially filled tank may have varnished injectors or carburetor issues if applicable. Test cold starting behaviour on site. Inspect the suspension bushes and fork seals for perishing from age rather than mileage. The low overall use is not inherently a red flag, but it shifts the risk profile from wear-related failure to deterioration caused by neglect of time-sensitive components. A hands-on inspection by a qualified motorcycle technician is strongly recommended before purchase.