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L953 NMY

1994 Harley Davidson Sportster

Red Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

17,919 mi
Last recorded17,919 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 1994 Harley Davidson Sportster15,016 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL953 NMY
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 17,919 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 6 Nov 2024 17,918 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2023 17,883 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2022 17,619 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2021 17,530 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2020 17,301 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 May 2019 16,349 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 16,177 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 15,894 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 May 2016 15,761 miles

both tyres underinflated

Pass 23 May 2015 15,660 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 15,498 miles
Fail 31 May 2014 15,498 miles

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

Rear brake pads require replacement soon as getting low.

Pass 1 Jun 2013 15,266 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 15,182 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 15,014 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 14,897 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 14,615 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 14,120 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2007 13,108 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2006 11,768 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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L953 NMY is a 1994 Harley Davidson Sportster in Red with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 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 L953 NMY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L953 NMY registered?

L953 NMY is a 1994 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is L953 NMY safe to buy?

The MOT history for L953 NMY shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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