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H951 HBJ

1991 Harley Davidson Sportster

Red Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

64,159 mi
Last recorded64,159 miles
Recorded on2 May 2024
Typical for 1991 Harley Davidson Sportster12,880 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH951 HBJ
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2024 64,159 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Jun 2022 63,071 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under side of frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2019 62,645 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 62,102 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork leg (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Jul 2017 61,491 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 60,480 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 59,866 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 58,636 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 56,583 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2011 54,104 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 52,359 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 48,633 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

rear tyre tread low

Fail 10 Jul 2009 48,610 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

rear tyre tread low

Pass 28 Jun 2008 45,742 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 42,844 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Pass 25 Apr 2006 38,814 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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H951 HBJ is a 1991 Harley Davidson Sportster in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 H951 HBJ, 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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H951 HBJ is a 1991 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 3 May 1991.

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