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N483 THO

1996 Harley Davidson Sportster

Red Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

9,027 mi
Last recorded9,027 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Harley Davidson Sportster13,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN483 THO
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 May 2026 9,027 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2021 9,024 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing slightly reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Feb 2020 9,017 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing slightly reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 19 Feb 2020 9,017 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing slightly reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Nov 2018 8,741 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 22 Nov 2017 8,218 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 23 Nov 2016 7,981 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 19 Nov 2016 7,977 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 20 Oct 2015 7,437 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 20 Nov 2014 7,205 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 19 Nov 2013 7,041 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 6,286 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 17,699 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 1,072 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 13,640 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 11,329 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2006 6,316 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

Pass 18 Apr 2006 6,316 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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N483 THO is a 1996 Harley Davidson Sportster in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 N483 THO, 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 N483 THO registered?

N483 THO is a 1996 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N483 THO safe to buy?

The MOT history for N483 THO shows 18 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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