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P4 FTW

1997 Harley Davidson Sportster

Purple Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

34,605 mi
Last recorded34,605 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2020
Typical for 1997 Harley Davidson Sportster14,188 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP4 FTW
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2020 34,605 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Apr 2019 34,416 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 31 Mar 2018 34,129 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 33,827 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Sep 2015 32,872 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 6 Oct 2012 36,673 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Oct 2011 32,284 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 4 Oct 2010 31,633 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 4 Oct 2010 31,633 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Aug 2009 30,068 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Aug 2008 29,293 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Jul 2007 27,901 miles
Fail 24 May 2006 20,674 miles

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Pass 24 May 2006 20,674 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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P4 FTW is a 1997 Harley Davidson Sportster in Purple with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 P4 FTW, 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 P4 FTW registered?

P4 FTW is a 1997 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 6 June 1997.

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The MOT history for P4 FTW shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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