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H789 KBM

1991 Harley Davidson Sportster

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,724 mi
Last recorded17,724 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 1991 Harley Davidson Sportster12,880 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH789 KBM
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 14 Aug 2025 17,724 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2024 17,297 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2023 17,111 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 16,761 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 16,373 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 15,927 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 15,423 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 14,256 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2017 13,489 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 12,107 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 11,142 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 9,899 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 7 Sep 2013 8,968 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 8,316 miles

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

Offside Rear 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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H789 KBM is a 1991 Harley Davidson Sportster in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 H789 KBM, 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

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What year was H789 KBM registered?

H789 KBM is a 1991 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is H789 KBM safe to buy?

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