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G5 VRN

1997 Harley Davidson Sportster

Purple Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

60 mi
Last recorded60 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Harley Davidson Sportster14,188 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG5 VRN
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 60 miles

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Mar 2025 1 miles

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 17 Mar 2025 1 miles

Front Handlebar retaining device loose (2.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Jul 2022

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Jun 2021

DAYTIME MOT No lights fitted at time of test

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Apr 2019 9,588 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2018 9,581 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Sep 2016 9,460 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 25 Sep 2015 9,302 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 19 Sep 2014 8,946 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

n/side grip loose on handlebars .

Pass 20 Sep 2013 7,955 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 7,866 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2009 7,861 miles

Rear Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 14 Jun 2008 7,607 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 7,467 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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G5 VRN is a 1997 Harley Davidson Sportster in Purple with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Harley Davidson Sportster models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 14,188 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 G5 VRN, 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 29 years old, this Harley Davidson Sportster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was G5 VRN registered?

G5 VRN is a 1997 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is G5 VRN safe to buy?

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