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J812 DGP

1991 Harley Davidson Sportster

Turquoise Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

1,881 mi
Last recorded1,881 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2019
Typical for 1991 Harley Davidson Sportster12,880 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ812 DGP
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year1991
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2019 1,881 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 5 May 2018 1,879 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 1,879 miles

Nearside Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 5 Nov 2015 1,774 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2015 1,774 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 30 Mar 2015 1,771 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 1,255 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 293 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 13,889 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 13,809 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 13,739 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 12,599 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 11,718 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 10,035 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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J812 DGP is a 1991 Harley Davidson Sportster in Turquoise with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 J812 DGP, 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 J812 DGP registered?

J812 DGP is a 1991 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 15 November 1991.

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The MOT history for J812 DGP shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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