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P442 RGV

1997 Harley Davidson Sportster

Cream Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

Typical for 1997 Harley Davidson Sportster14,188 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP442 RGV
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year1997
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 May 2018

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2015

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Aug 2013

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Jul 2012

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 May 2010 9,451 miles
Fail 4 May 2010 9,451 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2009 8,843 miles
Fail 6 May 2009 8,843 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 7 May 2008 7,741 miles
Fail 7 May 2008 7,741 miles

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)

Pass 28 Apr 2007 5,918 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 8 Jun 2006 5,547 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 8 Jun 2006 5,547 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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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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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.

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