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F78 JGJ

1989 Harley Davidson Sportster

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2025
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

25,557 mi
Last recorded25,557 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2024
Typical for 1989 Harley Davidson Sportster18,662 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF78 JGJ
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2024 25,557 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2023 25,550 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2022 25,543 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Sep 2021 25,536 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 25,522 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2020 25,519 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2018 25,512 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 25,495 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 25,470 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 25,445 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 25,427 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 25,374 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 25,348 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Aug 2011 25,334 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2011 25,334 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 31 Aug 2010 25,243 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 1 Sep 2009 25,168 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 25,078 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 25,031 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2005 25,009 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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F78 JGJ is a 1989 Harley Davidson Sportster in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1989 Harley Davidson Sportster models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 18,662 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 F78 JGJ, 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 37 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 F78 JGJ registered?

F78 JGJ is a 1989 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 20 June 1989.

Is F78 JGJ safe to buy?

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