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E747 CVS

1988 Harley Davidson Sportster

Blue Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

42,568 mi
Last recorded42,568 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2024
Typical for 1988 Harley Davidson Sportster17,683 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE747 CVS
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2024 42,568 miles

no indicators fitted at time of test.

Pass 12 Apr 2023 41,010 miles

Indicator tell tale missing (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Indicator tell tale missing (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Indicator tell tale missing (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2021 39,102 miles

Front Indicator tell tale missing (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Indicator tell tale missing (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2020 36,895 miles

Nearside Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 5 Aug 2020 36,895 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 26 Aug 2016 35,648 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

no indicators fitted custom

Pass 29 Aug 2015 34,338 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2014 32,751 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1g)

Pass 1 Sep 2014 32,751 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 31,487 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 31 Aug 2012 29,982 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 30 Aug 2011 27,812 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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E747 CVS is a 1988 Harley Davidson Sportster in Blue with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1988 Harley Davidson Sportster models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 17,683 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 E747 CVS, 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 38 years old, this Harley Davidson Sportster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E747 CVS registered?

E747 CVS is a 1988 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 31 March 1988.

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