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Harley Davidson Motorcycles — Buyer's Guide

Thinking of buying a Harley Davidson? Here are the common issues to watch for, MOT guidance, and how to verify a specific bike's MOT and mileage history before you buy.

3+ years
MOT Required
Motorcycles need an MOT once 3 years old
Always
Check Mileage
Verify against MOT records for clocking
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Known Issues Tracked
Common faults on Harley Davidson bikes

Check a Specific Harley Davidson

Enter a registration to get the full MOT history, mileage check and tax status for any Harley Davidsonmotorcycle. Add a Vehicle History Check for stolen and write-off markers.

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Common Issues — Harley Davidson

Front fork seal leaksLOW
£80–£250 · Common as forks age
Corrosion on fasteners & finishLOW
£50–£300 · On bikes used through winter
Oil leaks (primary / pushrod)LOW
£100–£500 · Common on older V-twins

Based on commonly reported faults for this make/model. Individual vehicles vary — run a check for the full MOT and mileage history of a specific car.

What to Check on a Used Motorcycle

  1. Verify mileage against the MOT history for any inconsistencies
  2. Inspect chain and sprockets for wear, and the forks for seal leaks
  3. Check the charging system (regulator/rectifier) and battery condition
  4. Look for crash damage, corrosion and signs of hard or track use
  5. Run a Vehicle History Check to confirm it isn't stolen, a write-off, or on finance