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G801 VEG

1990 Harley Davidson Sportster

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

24,232 mi
Last recorded24,232 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2016
Typical for 1990 Harley Davidson Sportster17,489 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG801 VEG
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2016 24,232 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 24,180 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 24,019 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 23,733 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 23,427 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2010 23,213 miles

Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6)

Pass 16 Jul 2010 23,213 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 22,689 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 22,152 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 21,623 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Jul 2006 20,795 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2006 20,795 miles

Nearside Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 1 Jul 2005 20,412 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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G801 VEG is a 1990 Harley Davidson Sportster in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1990 Harley Davidson Sportster models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 17,489 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 G801 VEG, 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 36 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 G801 VEG registered?

G801 VEG is a 1990 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 9 October 1990.

Is G801 VEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for G801 VEG shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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