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Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)
Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c) DANGEROUS
Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
How Reliable is the Harley Davidson Sportster?
Based on 10,382 MOT tests across 942 vehicles.
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P442 RGV is a 1997 Harley Davidson Sportster in Cream with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.
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 P442 RGV, 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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How do I check the history of P442 RGV?
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What year was P442 RGV registered?
P442 RGV is a 1997 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 19 April 1997.
Is P442 RGV safe to buy?
The MOT history for P442 RGV shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does P442 RGV have outstanding finance?
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