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N985 CGS

1995 Harley Davidson Sportster

Red Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Dec 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

36,911 mi
Last recorded36,911 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 1995 Harley Davidson Sportster14,075 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN985 CGS
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 36,911 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2024 36,549 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2023 35,801 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2022 34,658 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Nov 2021 32,502 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2020 31,262 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 29,404 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 27,192 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 26,190 miles

Rear Tyre sidewall perished

Pass 9 Jun 2016 24,968 miles

Rear tyre perrishing

Pass 10 Jun 2015 34,879 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 33,412 miles
Fail 30 May 2014 33,393 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2013 31,261 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 22,114 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 20,383 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 32,187 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 5 Jun 2009 29,190 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2008 27,332 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 25,343 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 22,402 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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N985 CGS is a 1995 Harley Davidson Sportster in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 N985 CGS, 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 N985 CGS registered?

N985 CGS is a 1995 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 1 August 1995.

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The MOT history for N985 CGS shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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