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G859 MGK

1989 Harley Davidson Sportster

Yellow Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

38,341 mi
Last recorded38,341 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 1989 Harley Davidson Sportster18,662 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG859 MGK
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year1989
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 38,341 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2025 37,121 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2024 36,513 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2022 36,419 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2022 36,419 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2009 36,031 miles

Front brake binding slightly

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

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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G859 MGK is a 1989 Harley Davidson Sportster in Yellow with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 G859 MGK, 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 G859 MGK registered?

G859 MGK is a 1989 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is G859 MGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for G859 MGK shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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