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K899 CSC

1992 Harley Davidson Sportster

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

35,699 mi
Last recorded35,699 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 1992 Harley Davidson Sportster17,539 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK899 CSC
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 35,699 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2024 34,354 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 33,709 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 32,785 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2022 32,783 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2021 31,256 miles

both front and rear tyres cracking in sidewall

Pass 20 Aug 2020 30,268 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2019 32,846 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 32,320 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2017 32,123 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 32,029 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre side wall beginning to show early signs of deterioration (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 29 Aug 2015 32,029 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre side wall beginning to show early signs of deterioration (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 2 Aug 2014 31,822 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 31,388 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 31,252 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 30,907 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 29,226 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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K899 CSC is a 1992 Harley Davidson Sportster in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1992 Harley Davidson Sportster models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 17,539 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 K899 CSC, 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 34 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 K899 CSC registered?

K899 CSC is a 1992 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 5 November 1992.

Is K899 CSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for K899 CSC shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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