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C761 FWU

1986 Harley Davidson Sportster

Multi-colour Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2022
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

11,739 mi
Last recorded11,739 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2021
Typical for 1986 Harley Davidson Sportster13,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC761 FWU
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year1986
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2021 11,739 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 Apr 2020 10,140 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Mar 2019 9,489 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2019 9,489 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2018 7,821 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Mar 2017 6,244 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 28 Mar 2017 6,244 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Pass 26 Mar 2016 4,642 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 26 Mar 2016 4,642 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Fail 24 Mar 2015 3,516 miles

Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

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

Pass 24 Mar 2015 3,516 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 3,350 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 1,097 miles

Chain guard missing

Pass 16 Apr 2007 995 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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C761 FWU is a 1986 Harley Davidson Sportster in Multi-colour with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1986 Harley Davidson Sportster models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 13,928 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 C761 FWU, 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 40 years old, this Harley Davidson Sportster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C761 FWU registered?

C761 FWU is a 1986 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C761 FWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for C761 FWU 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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