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L981 ELJ

1994 Harley Davidson Sportster

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

22,251 mi
Last recorded22,251 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2017
Typical for 1994 Harley Davidson Sportster15,016 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL981 ELJ
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2017 22,251 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2017 22,251 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 18 Jun 2016 22,241 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 22,235 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 22,230 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 22,224 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 22,170 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 22,092 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 22,004 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 21,798 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 21,745 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 21,649 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 21,366 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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L981 ELJ is a 1994 Harley Davidson Sportster in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 L981 ELJ, 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 L981 ELJ registered?

L981 ELJ is a 1994 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 21 June 1994.

Is L981 ELJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for L981 ELJ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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