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H461 TUY

1991 Harley Davidson Sportster

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

19,303 mi
Last recorded19,303 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 1991 Harley Davidson Sportster12,880 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH461 TUY
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc
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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Fail 28 Apr 2026 19,303 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 May 2025 19,188 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 19,080 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 18,853 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 18,652 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2021 18,453 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 18,178 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded under yolk (1.1.11 (c))

brake pads appear old both sets

Pass 25 Jul 2018 18,021 miles

noisy exhaust fitted

Pass 17 Sep 2016 17,690 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 17,358 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 16,822 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Pass 6 Aug 2013 16,258 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Pass 29 May 2012 14,699 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 13,003 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 2 Jun 2010 12,404 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2010 12,404 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 3 Jun 2009 12,010 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 11,186 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 10,363 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 9,935 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2005 9,248 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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H461 TUY is a 1991 Harley Davidson Sportster in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1991 Harley Davidson Sportster models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 12,880 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 H461 TUY, 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 35 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 H461 TUY registered?

H461 TUY is a 1991 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 27 March 1991.

Is H461 TUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for H461 TUY shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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