MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.
Vehicle Details
All premium checks include
50+ data pointsMOT History
Brake pipe slightly corroded general condition of unions front and back (1.1.11 (c))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Rear no rear indicators fitted but bar end indicators reflect back wards
Front Brake effort inadequate at a wheel lever returns to bar (1.2.1 (a) (i))
Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
Brake pipe slightly corroded general condition of unions front and back (1.1.11 (c))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Rear no rear indicators fitted but bar end indicators reflect back wards
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
drive belt guard missing
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
drive belt guard missing
front tyre starting to perish on sidewall
Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock throttle cable routed incorrectly (2.1.4)
front tyre starting to perish on sidewall
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
How Reliable is the Harley Davidson Sportster?
Based on 10,382 MOT tests across 942 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
Don't risk it. Know before you buy.
Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.
P429 PHK is a 1997 Harley Davidson Sportster in Red with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.
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 P429 PHK, 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of P429 PHK?
You can check the full history of P429 PHK by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was P429 PHK registered?
P429 PHK is a 1997 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 8 May 1997.
Is P429 PHK safe to buy?
The MOT history for P429 PHK shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does P429 PHK have outstanding finance?
Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on P429 PHK. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.
No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.