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L666 GDG

1993 Harley Davidson Sportster

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

37,322 mi
Last recorded37,322 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 1993 Harley Davidson Sportster13,778 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL666 GDG
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 37,322 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 36,755 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Sep 2023 36,550 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2022 36,410 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Aug 2021 35,633 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 35,063 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 34,103 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 3 Sep 2019 34,074 miles

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Jun 2016 33,181 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear number plate

Pass 30 Jun 2015 32,247 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 30,758 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

front tyre perished

Pass 3 Jul 2013 30,208 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Aug 2011 30,195 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Aug 2010 30,043 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Aug 2009 29,878 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2009 29,878 miles

Drive belt worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 10 Nov 2007 29,428 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2005 6,427 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 2 Sep 2005 6,427 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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L666 GDG is a 1993 Harley Davidson Sportster in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 L666 GDG, 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 L666 GDG registered?

L666 GDG is a 1993 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 31 December 1993.

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