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N88 WSS

1996 Harley Davidson Softail

Black Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 May 2026
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,437 mi
Last recorded24,437 miles
Recorded on31 May 2025
Typical for 1996 Harley Davidson Softail24,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN88 WSS
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSoftail
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 31 May 2025 24,437 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson Softail?

Based on 1,567 MOT tests across 220 vehicles.

87.7%
Pass Rate
512
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
220
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
Direction indicator missing 9
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 6
reflector on motorcycle missing 6
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 3
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N88 WSS is a 1996 Harley Davidson Softail in Black with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Harley Davidson Softail models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.2% with a typical mileage of 24,614 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Harley Davidson Softail fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N88 WSS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson Softail typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 30 years old, this Harley Davidson Softail is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of N88 WSS?

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What year was N88 WSS registered?

N88 WSS is a 1996 Harley Davidson Softail, first registered on 17 May 1996.

Is N88 WSS safe to buy?

The MOT history for N88 WSS shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N88 WSS have outstanding finance?

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