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L252 MYD

1993 Harley Davidson Sportster

Silver Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2024
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

297 mi
Last recorded297 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2023
Typical for 1993 Harley Davidson Sportster13,778 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL252 MYD
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year1993
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2023 297 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2023 297 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Wheel hub worn, but not excessively slight bearing play (5.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 May 2017 290 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 12 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 9 Mar 2016 12 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 15 May 2015 19,149 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 11 Apr 2015 19,149 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 30 Oct 2013 19,116 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 16 Oct 2012 18,382 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 16,191 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Nov 2010 15,543 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 11 Jul 2009 15,511 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 12 Jul 2008 15,369 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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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L252 MYD is a 1993 Harley Davidson Sportster in Silver with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 L252 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 L252 MYD registered?

L252 MYD is a 1993 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 5 October 1993.

Is L252 MYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for L252 MYD shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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