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J815 WPU

1991 Harley Davidson Sportster

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2023
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

6,361 mi
Last recorded6,361 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2022
Typical for 1991 Harley Davidson Sportster12,880 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ815 WPU
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2022 6,361 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))

Fail 30 Sep 2022

Fuel system component leaking fuel tap weeping (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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 1 Aug 2019 6,179 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2018 5,604 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 5,424 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Pass 16 May 2015 4,703 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 4,518 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 3,973 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 3,271 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 2,948 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Apr 2009 2,776 miles

Offside Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Apr 2008 2,298 miles

Offside Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Apr 2007 1,931 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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J815 WPU is a 1991 Harley Davidson Sportster in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 J815 WPU, 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 J815 WPU registered?

J815 WPU is a 1991 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 27 August 1991.

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