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H558 VKU

1991 Harley Davidson Sportster

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2017
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

10,600 mi
Last recorded10,600 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2016
Typical for 1991 Harley Davidson Sportster12,880 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH558 VKU
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2016 10,600 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2016 10,600 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 13 Jun 2015 10,444 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2014 9,502 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 17 Jun 2014 9,502 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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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H558 VKU is a 1991 Harley Davidson Sportster in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 H558 VKU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of H558 VKU?

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What year was H558 VKU registered?

H558 VKU is a 1991 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is H558 VKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for H558 VKU shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does H558 VKU have outstanding finance?

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