2006 Harley-Davidson Fxdi 1.4L Petrol · SW55 PMX

This Harley-Davidson FXDI presents a generally stable maintenance profile, with the most recent MOT on 23 October 2025 at 19,077 miles recording a clean pass and zero defects. That outcome is particularly significant because the previous day's test on 22 October 2025 at the same mileage had failed on four separate items, including a bent brake pedal preventing ready brake application, a stop lamp failing to illuminate from both brake controls, a leaking fuel system component, and insufficient braking efficiency on the less effective circuit below the 25 per cent threshold. The fact that all four defects were rectified within 24 hours indicates the failures were addressed promptly rather than left to deteriorate. The overall trend is therefore improving, moving from a multi-defect failure to a fully compliant pass in a single day. The mileage pattern tells a clear story of very light use. The bike has covered just 19,077 miles over roughly 20 years, averaging approximately 954 miles per year, which is exceptionally low for a machine of this age. Between the October 2019 test at 18,142 miles and the March 2023 test at 18,703 miles, only 561 miles were added over more than three years, suggesting extended periods of standing. The mileage then remained static at 18,703 through May 2024, before climbing to 19,077 by October 2025, adding 374 miles over roughly 17 months. Such low annual mileage raises legitimate concerns about stale fuel, degraded rubber seals, perished hoses, and corrosion in components that rely on regular use to stay lubricated and dry. The October 2025 failure items deserve close attention from any prospective buyer. A bent brake pedal is not a wear item; it suggests either a drop or impact event, or a manufacturing weakness that has finally given way. The simultaneous fuel system leak points to deteriorated fuel lines or a compromised connection, a common issue on bikes that stand for long periods. The stop lamp fault affecting both brake controls raises the possibility of a shared electrical issue, such as a faulty earth or wiring fault, rather than two independent bulb failures. A buyer should physically inspect the brake pedal for straightness and check the entire fuel system, including tank seams, fuel tap, and injector or carburettor unions, for any signs of leakage or weeping. The braking system should be road-tested to confirm both front and rear circuits achieve balanced, progressive stopping without drag or fade. Despite the low recorded mileage, the long gaps between use mean a thorough inspection of rubber and corrosion-prone components is essential. Fork seals, brake hoses, tyre sidewalls, and coolant hoses should all be examined for perishing caused by age rather than wear. The exhaust system, frame welds, and any exposed steel components should be checked for corrosion, particularly if the bike has been stored in a damp or unheated environment. The clean pass recorded on 23 October 2025 confirms the bike met DVSA standards at that point, but given the extended periods of inactivity evident in the mileage record, a fresh inspection before any significant riding is strongly advised.