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1991 Harley Davidson Sportster
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481 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))
Side stand return spring very weak
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))
Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)
Nearside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)
Offside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)
Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)
Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)
Battery insecure.
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)
How Reliable is the Harley Davidson Sportster?
Based on 10,382 MOT tests across 942 vehicles.
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H985 HFJ is a 1991 Harley Davidson Sportster in Multi-colour with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.
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 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 H985 HFJ, 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 H985 HFJ registered?
H985 HFJ is a 1991 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 31 December 1991.
Is H985 HFJ safe to buy?
The MOT history for H985 HFJ shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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