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P329 JYB

1996 Harley Davidson Sportster

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2024
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

22,757 mi
Last recorded22,757 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2023
Typical for 1996 Harley Davidson Sportster13,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP329 JYB
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2023 22,757 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2022 22,725 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2022 22,722 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (6.1.2 (c))

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Nearside Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Tyre designed for front wheel use fitted to the rear wheel (5.2.3 (a))

Horn control insecure (7.7 (b))

Pass 18 Sep 2020 22,710 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 236 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Apr 2018

rear brake pads not checked - unable to see

Fail 10 Apr 2018

Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

rear brake pads not checked - unable to see

Pass 3 Apr 2017 4,594 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2016 6,007 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 6,678 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 27 Aug 2013 2,479 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 3,686 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 4,808 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 4,209 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 9 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2006 20,592 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 5 Aug 2006 20,592 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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P329 JYB is a 1996 Harley Davidson Sportster in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 P329 JYB, 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 P329 JYB registered?

P329 JYB is a 1996 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 9 September 1996.

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