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Harley-davidson Sportster S 22 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Harley-davidson Sportster S 22 reliable? We analysed 246 real MOT tests across 215 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 246 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
92.7%
Typical Mileage
2,804mi
Annual Mileage
mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Harley-davidson Sportster S 22 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Harley-davidson Sportster S 22.

Harley-davidson Sportster S 22 Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Harley-davidson Sportster S 22. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Harley-davidson Sportster S 22 MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Harley-davidson Sportster S 22 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

93%
2022

Harley-davidson Sportster S 22 MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Harley-davidson Sportster S 22 year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2022 200 93.0% 1,486 2,804 4,600

How Long Does a Harley-davidson Sportster S 22 Last?

Based on 215 Harley-davidson Sportster S 22 vehicles on UK roads.

Average
2.6 years
Median
3.0 years

Harley-davidson Sportster S 22 Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Harley-davidson Sportster S 22 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
2,804 mi
75th Percentile
4,674 mi
95th Percentile
8,998 mi
Max Recorded
18,696 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Harley-davidson Sportster S 22

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2022

93.0% MOT pass rate from 200 tests

The best year to buy a used Harley-davidson Sportster S 22 is 2022, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 93.0% across 200 tests.

How Does the Harley-davidson Sportster S 22 Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Harley-davidson Sportster S 22 THIS CAR 92.7% 246 2,804 mi — yrs
Harley-davidson Xlh 883 88.8% 47,203 10,536 mi 38 yrs
Harley-davidson XL 1200 C Custom Sport 89.4% 16,429 10,286 mi 29 yrs
Harley-davidson XL53 C 88.6% 15,043 11,058 mi 28 yrs
Toyota Yaris Y20 Vvt-i 99.1% 233 26,257 mi — yrs

Compared to the Harley-davidson Xlh 883 (88.8% pass rate) and the Harley-davidson XL 1200 C Custom Sport (89.4% pass rate), the Harley-davidson Sportster S 22 outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Harley-davidson Sportster S 22?

The Harley-davidson Sportster S 22 has an overall MOT pass rate of 92.7% across 246 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Harley-davidson Sportster S 22 — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Harley-davidson Sportster S 22 reliable?
Based on 246 MOT tests, the Harley-davidson Sportster S 22 has a 92.7% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Harley-davidson Sportster S 22?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Harley-davidson Sportster S 22 do per year?
Mileage data is not yet available for this model.
How long does a Harley-davidson Sportster S 22 last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Harley-davidson Sportster S 22?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Harley-davidson Sportster S 22?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Harley-davidson Sportster S 22 is 2022 with a 93.0% pass rate across 200 tests.