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G189 WPN

1989 Harley Davidson Sportster

Green Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

Typical for 1989 Harley Davidson Sportster18,662 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG189 WPN
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2022
Pass 2 Jun 2021 16,688 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2020 12,393 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019
Pass 11 Jun 2018 8,120 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 48,229 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 314 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014
Pass 19 Aug 2011 20,686 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 20,492 miles

Centre Front Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Offside Rear Upper Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 30 Jun 2009 19,721 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 19,117 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 17 Apr 2007 18,216 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2006 16,912 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2006 16,896 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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G189 WPN is a 1989 Harley Davidson Sportster in Green with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 G189 WPN, 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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G189 WPN is a 1989 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 31 December 1989.

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