CarVerify

Free Car Check

G833 ERU

1990 Harley Davidson Sportster

Black Petrol 1200cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2015
Tests4 (1 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate25%

Mileage

Typical for 1990 Harley Davidson Sportster17,489 mi
4 checks still locked for this Harley Davidson
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationG833 ERU
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

1 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2014
Fail 19 Jul 2013

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

handle bars insecure and lock nuts holding risers on not fitted correctly

r/h switch gear insecure

Fail 17 Jul 2013

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Handlebar mounting excessively deteriorated (flexible type) (2.1.1d)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

indicators have to be kept pressed to work properly

suspect split pin fitted to the drive chain

top yoke pinch bolt is missing

Fail 9 Aug 2007 28,172 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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
Full Harley Davidson Sportster reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

G833 ERU is a 1990 Harley Davidson Sportster in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 25%.

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 G833 ERU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of G833 ERU?

You can check the full history of G833 ERU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was G833 ERU registered?

G833 ERU is a 1990 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 2 April 1990.

Is G833 ERU safe to buy?

The MOT history for G833 ERU shows 4 tests with a 25% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does G833 ERU have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on G833 ERU. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.