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AF11 PLJ

2011 Harley Davidson Sportster

Orange Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2025
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

9,437 mi
Last recorded9,437 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2024
Typical for 2011 Harley Davidson Sportster7,851 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF11 PLJ
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year2011
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2024 9,437 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2023 9,388 miles

Exhaust noisy

Pass 27 Jul 2022 9,286 miles

Exhaust noisy

Pass 24 Apr 2021 9,219 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Jul 2019 8,850 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 16 Jul 2019 8,850 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear reflector missing Rear reflector fitted at test station. (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate incorrect Correct registration plate fitted at test station. (0.1 (c))

Pass 20 Jul 2018 8,711 miles

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Jul 2018 8,711 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 8,608 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2017 8,608 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 5 Jul 2016 7,893 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2016 7,893 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 2 Apr 2015 7,049 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 6,143 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson Sportster?

Based on 10,382 MOT tests across 942 vehicles.

86.4%
Pass Rate
392
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
942
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 88
reflector on motorcycle missing 59
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 56
Direction indicator not working 36
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 36
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AF11 PLJ is a 2011 Harley Davidson Sportster in Orange with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2011 Harley Davidson Sportster models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 7,851 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Harley Davidson Sportster fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 88 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF11 PLJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson Sportster typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 15 years old, this Harley Davidson Sportster is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AF11 PLJ registered?

AF11 PLJ is a 2011 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 5 April 2011.

Is AF11 PLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF11 PLJ shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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