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H708 EBH

1990 Harley Davidson Sportster

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

Typical for 1990 Harley Davidson Sportster17,489 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH708 EBH
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2025

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 Jun 2025

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jun 2024
Pass 28 Jun 2023
Pass 22 Jun 2022

slight oil leak

Fail 22 Jun 2022

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

slight oil leak

Pass 9 Jun 2018
Pass 19 May 2017
Pass 1 Jun 2016
Pass 30 May 2015
Pass 30 May 2014
Pass 31 May 2013
Pass 26 May 2012 33,914 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 33,114 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 33,059 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 31,047 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 31,047 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 30,766 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 28,730 miles

Nearside Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Fail 5 Jun 2006 28,725 miles

Offside 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)

Nearside Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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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H708 EBH is a 1990 Harley Davidson Sportster in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 H708 EBH, 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.

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What year was H708 EBH registered?

H708 EBH is a 1990 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 22 August 1990.

Is H708 EBH safe to buy?

The MOT history for H708 EBH shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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