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H997 GKN

1991 Harley Davidson Sportster

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

26,831 mi
Last recorded26,831 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 1991 Harley Davidson Sportster12,880 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH997 GKN
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 26,831 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Apr 2025 26,283 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 27 Mar 2025 26,272 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2024 24,656 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 31 Mar 2023 23,758 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 7 Apr 2022 23,388 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2021 43,374 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2021 23,361 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Sep 2019 23,022 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2019 23,022 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Oct 2018 22,421 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 22,115 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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H997 GKN is a 1991 Harley Davidson Sportster in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 H997 GKN, 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 H997 GKN registered?

H997 GKN is a 1991 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 15 June 1991.

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