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M938 MLJ

1995 Harley Davidson Sportster

Blue Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

18,493 mi
Last recorded18,493 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2020
Typical for 1995 Harley Davidson Sportster14,075 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM938 MLJ
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Fail 21 Sep 2020 18,493 miles

Stop lamp not working front brake switch not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Wheel bearing has slight play front (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 19 May 2018 18,376 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 18,169 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 18,166 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 18,045 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 17,248 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 1 Mar 2013 16,633 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2012 15,773 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 14,934 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 132,354 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 11,987 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 10,023 miles

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

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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M938 MLJ is a 1995 Harley Davidson Sportster in Blue with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 M938 MLJ, 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 M938 MLJ registered?

M938 MLJ is a 1995 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 6 July 1995.

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