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F316 TLJ

1988 Harley Davidson Sportster

Maroon Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2022
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,671 mi
Last recorded18,671 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2021
Typical for 1988 Harley Davidson Sportster17,683 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF316 TLJ
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year1988
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 2 Jul 2021 18,671 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2020 18,505 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 17,541 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 14,139 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 14,034 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 3,972 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2006 3,700 miles

very slight leak on right hand fork seal front tyre sidewall left hand side close to mudguard stay

Pass 5 Oct 2005 3,563 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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F316 TLJ is a 1988 Harley Davidson Sportster in Maroon with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 F316 TLJ, 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.

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What year was F316 TLJ registered?

F316 TLJ is a 1988 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 1 August 1988.

Is F316 TLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for F316 TLJ shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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