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L243 MYD

1993 Harley Davidson Sportster

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

14,285 mi
Last recorded14,285 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2025
Typical for 1993 Harley Davidson Sportster13,778 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL243 MYD
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2025 14,285 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Pass 29 Jul 2023 12,867 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2022 11,940 miles

Rear Caliper boot rubbers missing on sliders

Fail 1 Aug 2022 11,940 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Caliper boot rubbers missing on sliders

Pass 5 Aug 2021 9,965 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2019 9,766 miles

Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 23 Nov 2018 5,782 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 6,639 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2016 6,639 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2015 6,540 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 6,640 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 6,640 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Apr 2009 6,640 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2007 6,640 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 6,628 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2005 3,521 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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L243 MYD is a 1993 Harley Davidson Sportster in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 L243 MYD, 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 L243 MYD registered?

L243 MYD is a 1993 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 4 September 1993.

Is L243 MYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for L243 MYD shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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