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L502 GKO

1994 Harley Davidson Sportster

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

3,603 mi
Last recorded3,603 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 1994 Harley Davidson Sportster15,016 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL502 GKO
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2026 3,603 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect Both Left and Right (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 13 Jun 2026 3,603 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect Both Left and Right (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 29 May 2024 3,263 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 2,575 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2022 1,870 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2022 1,870 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Jun 2021 1,132 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018
Fail 20 Sep 2018

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Aug 2017 17,117 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 15,610 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 15,145 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 31 May 2014 14,078 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 12,448 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2013 12,448 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Pass 12 Jul 2011 12,257 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 12,126 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 12,110 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 12,033 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2006 11,958 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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L502 GKO is a 1994 Harley Davidson Sportster in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1994 Harley Davidson Sportster models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 15,016 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 L502 GKO, 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 32 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 L502 GKO registered?

L502 GKO is a 1994 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 17 June 1994.

Is L502 GKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for L502 GKO shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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