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F969 BBG

1989 Harley Davidson Sportster

Maroon Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

10,440 mi
Last recorded10,440 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2026
Typical for 1989 Harley Davidson Sportster18,662 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF969 BBG
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year1989
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 11 Jul 2026 10,440 miles
Pass 24 May 2025 10,391 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 10,113 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 10,059 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 9,998 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 9,995 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 9,976 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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F969 BBG is a 1989 Harley Davidson Sportster in Maroon with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 F969 BBG, 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.

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What year was F969 BBG registered?

F969 BBG is a 1989 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 23 May 1989.

Is F969 BBG safe to buy?

The MOT history for F969 BBG shows 7 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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