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G846 NGP

1989 Harley Davidson Sportster

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2021
Tests21 (12 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

Typical for 1989 Harley Davidson Sportster18,662 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG846 NGP
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

12 pass 9 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2020
Fail 13 Aug 2020

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2019 26,243 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 May 2016 26,215 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 6 May 2016 26,215 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 7 May 2015 26,175 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 7 May 2015 26,175 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Apr 2014 25,944 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 May 2013 25,733 miles
Fail 14 May 2013 25,733 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Pass 23 Mar 2012 25,310 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Mar 2011 24,895 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 17 Mar 2011 24,895 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 12 Mar 2010 24,588 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 12 Mar 2010 24,588 miles

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)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Fail 18 Oct 2008 23,940 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 18 Oct 2008 23,940 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 2 Oct 2007 23,375 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2007 23,375 miles

Rear Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 13 Sep 2006 22,481 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2006 22,481 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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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G846 NGP is a 1989 Harley Davidson Sportster in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 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 G846 NGP, 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 G846 NGP registered?

G846 NGP is a 1989 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 22 December 1989.

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