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K981 GSF

1993 Harley Davidson Sportster

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

60,475 mi
Last recorded60,475 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2025
Typical for 1993 Harley Davidson Sportster13,778 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK981 GSF
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2025 60,475 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2024 59,464 miles
Pass 19 May 2023 58,612 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2023 58,612 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jul 2017 58,606 miles

Fuel cap seal slightly perished/cracked but not leaking.

Pass 4 Jul 2015 56,547 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 58,477 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 55,082 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 45,246 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 40,239 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 37,631 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 32,240 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 5 Sep 2007 30,803 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2007 30,803 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 1 Jul 2006 28,554 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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K981 GSF is a 1993 Harley Davidson Sportster in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1993 Harley Davidson Sportster models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 13,778 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 K981 GSF, 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 33 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 K981 GSF registered?

K981 GSF is a 1993 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 24 June 1993.

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