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M205 YRN

1995 Harley Davidson Sportster

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

Typical for 1995 Harley Davidson Sportster14,075 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM205 YRN
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026
Fail 14 Jul 2023

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jun 2022
Pass 14 Jul 2021
Pass 22 Jun 2020
Pass 29 Jun 2019

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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M205 YRN is a 1995 Harley Davidson Sportster in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1995 Harley Davidson Sportster models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 14,075 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 M205 YRN, 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 31 years old, this Harley Davidson Sportster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M205 YRN registered?

M205 YRN is a 1995 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is M205 YRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for M205 YRN shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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