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KIG 5852

2001 Harley Davidson Sportster

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2020
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

727 mi
Last recorded727 miles
Recorded on25 May 2019
Typical for 2001 Harley Davidson Sportster10,786 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKIG 5852
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 May 2019 727 miles
Fail 23 May 2019 722 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2018 161 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2018 156 miles

Rear Direction indicator missing both rear indicators not fitted (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jul 2015 10 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 304 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Apr 2013 7 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 11,738 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2011 11,738 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 13 Apr 2010 9,959 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 8,876 miles

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

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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KIG 5852 is a 2001 Harley Davidson Sportster in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2001 Harley Davidson Sportster models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.1% with a typical mileage of 10,786 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 KIG 5852, 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 25 years old, this Harley Davidson Sportster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was KIG 5852 registered?

KIG 5852 is a 2001 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 29 August 2001.

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The MOT history for KIG 5852 shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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