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G103 FAB

1989 Harley Davidson Sportster

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

Typical for 1989 Harley Davidson Sportster18,662 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG103 FAB
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2023

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

no lights fitted at time of test

Pass 27 May 2022 31,729 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 30,792 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 28,716 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 27,420 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 24,354 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 21,053 miles
Fail 13 May 2016 21,053 miles

Offside Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 11 Apr 2015 20,800 miles

both front forks have a slight oil misting on them

Pass 19 Mar 2013 20,600 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 18 Mar 2013 20,600 miles

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 11 May 2012 20,500 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2010 19,470 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 18,600 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 24 Sep 2008 17,700 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 16,800 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 15,005 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 19 May 2006 15,005 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

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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G103 FAB is a 1989 Harley Davidson Sportster in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 G103 FAB, 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 G103 FAB registered?

G103 FAB is a 1989 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is G103 FAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for G103 FAB shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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