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N201 KGP

1996 Harley Davidson Sportster

Silver Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

10,537 mi
Last recorded10,537 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 1996 Harley Davidson Sportster13,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN201 KGP
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 10,537 miles

Front Front tyre has a slight flat spot.

Rear Rear tyre has a slight flat spot.

Fail 24 Jul 2026 10,537 miles

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

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

Rear Suspension arm mounting modified so the suspension is inoperative (5.3.3 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Front tyre has a slight flat spot.

Rear Rear tyre has a slight flat spot.

Pass 24 Feb 2023 10,198 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2017 10,170 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2017 10,170 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 6 Oct 2016 10,090 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 9,949 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Jun 2014 9,865 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 9,827 miles
Fail 19 May 2012 9,676 miles

Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 19 May 2012 9,676 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 9,326 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 9,039 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 8,031 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 7,774 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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N201 KGP is a 1996 Harley Davidson Sportster in Silver with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1996 Harley Davidson Sportster models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 13,586 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 N201 KGP, 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 30 years old, this Harley Davidson Sportster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N201 KGP registered?

N201 KGP is a 1996 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 26 February 1996.

Is N201 KGP safe to buy?

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