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OPN 954W

1981 Harley Davidson Sportster

Black Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2019
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,723 mi
Last recorded18,723 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOPN 954W
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 12 Nov 2018 18,723 miles

front and rear wheel bearings slight play

Pass 23 Mar 2016 18,151 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

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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OPN 954W is a 1981 Harley Davidson Sportster in Black with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 OPN 954W, 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 45 years old, this Harley Davidson Sportster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OPN 954W?

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What year was OPN 954W registered?

OPN 954W is a 1981 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 1 June 1981.

Is OPN 954W safe to buy?

The MOT history for OPN 954W shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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