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L647 OYB

1994 Harley Davidson Sportster

Red Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

12,544 mi
Last recorded12,544 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2025
Typical for 1994 Harley Davidson Sportster15,016 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL647 OYB
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2025 12,544 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 12,518 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 14 Jun 2022 12,518 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Wheel spindle locking device missing (5.2.1 (d))

Pass 25 Jun 2018 12,490 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 12,462 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 12,438 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 12,419 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 12,394 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 12,368 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2009 12,368 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 1 Sep 2008 12,300 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 12,208 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 11,895 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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L647 OYB is a 1994 Harley Davidson Sportster in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 L647 OYB, 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 L647 OYB registered?

L647 OYB is a 1994 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 3 March 1994.

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The MOT history for L647 OYB shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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