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P119 BJF

1996 Harley Davidson Sportster

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

32,402 mi
Last recorded32,402 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 1996 Harley Davidson Sportster13,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP119 BJF
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 32,402 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Mar 2026 32,402 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Mar 2021 32,279 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 May 2019 31,749 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 30,030 miles
Fail 5 May 2018 30,030 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2017 29,013 miles

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

Fail 13 May 2017 29,013 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

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

Pass 28 May 2016 27,777 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 25,437 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 16 May 2015 25,423 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 29 Apr 2014 22,566 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 22,265 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 21,786 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 20,848 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2010 19,216 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2010 19,216 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2009 17,784 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 16,745 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 15,404 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 13,875 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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P119 BJF is a 1996 Harley Davidson Sportster in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 P119 BJF, 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 P119 BJF registered?

P119 BJF is a 1996 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 14 October 1996.

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