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N202 DKL

1996 Harley Davidson Sportster

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

Typical for 1996 Harley Davidson Sportster13,586 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN202 DKL
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026
Pass 16 Mar 2023

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Feb 2022 5,143 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Feb 2021 5,143 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2020 5,143 miles

Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Chain guard missing

DAYLIGHT USE ONLY - NOT TO BE USED DURING THE HOURS OF DARKNESS OR AT TIMES OF REDUCED VISIBILITY

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

FRONT MUDGUARD NOT FITTED

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

Pass 20 Jun 2018 5,143 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2018 5,143 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 May 2017 56 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Jul 2013 23,489 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 23,448 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 22,898 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 20 Jul 2011 22,898 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 17 Mar 2009 22,866 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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N202 DKL is a 1996 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 84.6%.

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 N202 DKL, 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 N202 DKL registered?

N202 DKL is a 1996 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 1 June 1996.

Is N202 DKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for N202 DKL shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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