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H985 HFJ

1991 Harley Davidson Sportster

Multi-colour Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

481 mi
Last recorded481 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 1991 Harley Davidson Sportster12,880 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH985 HFJ
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year1991
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 481 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2026 481 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 1 Aug 2025 367 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2024 191 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2023 14 miles
Pass 18 May 2022
Pass 3 Aug 2020 408 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 23 Sep 2019

Side stand return spring very weak

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 14 Aug 2018
Pass 25 May 2017
Pass 26 May 2016 12,330 miles
Fail 26 May 2016 12,330 miles

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 19 May 2015 12,330 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014

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)

Pass 5 Jun 2013
Pass 31 May 2012
Fail 31 May 2012

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.

Pass 9 Jun 2011 663 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2011 663 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 11 Jun 2010 481 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 23 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 9,958 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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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.

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