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P456 NDX

1996 Harley Davidson Sportster

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

48,443 mi
Last recorded48,443 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2018
Typical for 1996 Harley Davidson Sportster13,586 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP456 NDX
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2018 48,443 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 1,999 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Apr 2016 5,970 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 10,720 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2015 10,720 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 14 May 2014 9,620 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2010 6,170 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 15 Aug 2009 1,278 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 7,748 miles

exhausts terminate in pointed construction

low light level from all indicators

Pass 19 Jul 2007 31,798 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Fail 19 Jul 2007 31,798 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

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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P456 NDX is a 1996 Harley Davidson Sportster in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 P456 NDX, 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 P456 NDX registered?

P456 NDX is a 1996 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P456 NDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P456 NDX shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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