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P141 ACG

1997 Harley Davidson Sportster

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

50,620 mi
Last recorded50,620 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Harley Davidson Sportster14,188 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP141 ACG
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 50,620 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2024 47,549 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort replacement of brake disc recommended (1.2.1 (e))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

drive belt guard missing

throttle slow to return

Pass 23 Aug 2023 39,485 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 23 Aug 2023 39,485 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Apr 2021 34,435 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2021 34,435 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Handlebar retaining device loose (2.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2019 27,668 miles

Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit Outer Tread Low (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Number Plate ok for mot purpose but advised to change

Fail 24 Jun 2019 27,668 miles

Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit Outer Tread Low (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Number Plate ok for mot purpose but advised to change

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 4 May 2018 26,490 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 25,611 miles

Front brake disc has movement.

Pass 21 Mar 2013 24,272 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 24,046 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 23,709 miles

Drive belt lightly rubbing (6.2.1d)

Pass 18 Mar 2010 23,294 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 23,056 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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P141 ACG is a 1997 Harley Davidson Sportster in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Harley Davidson Sportster models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 14,188 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 P141 ACG, 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 29 years old, this Harley Davidson Sportster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P141 ACG registered?

P141 ACG is a 1997 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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