CarVerify

Free Car Check

P751 WGF

1997 Harley Davidson Sportster

Black Petrol 1200cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

27,921 mi
Last recorded27,921 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 1997 Harley Davidson Sportster14,188 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Harley Davidson
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

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

RegistrationP751 WGF
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 27,921 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2024 27,610 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2023 26,715 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2022 25,999 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 25,778 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2019 25,616 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 25,131 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Sep 2017 24,841 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 23,999 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 23,602 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Pass 19 Jul 2014 22,107 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 6 Jul 2013 21,320 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2012 19,871 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2012 19,871 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 29 Mar 2011 19,275 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 3 Dec 2009 18,098 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2009 18,098 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 13 Nov 2008 16,431 miles

exhaust loose

Pass 24 Nov 2007 16,042 miles

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

small number plate fitted

Pass 25 Nov 2006 15,568 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2005 14,356 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2005 14,356 miles

Rear Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

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
Full Harley Davidson Sportster reliability report

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.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

P751 WGF is a 1997 Harley Davidson Sportster in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 1997 Harley Davidson Sportster models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 14,188 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same year.

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 P751 WGF, 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 P751 WGF?

You can check the full history of P751 WGF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was P751 WGF registered?

P751 WGF is a 1997 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 21 May 1997.

Is P751 WGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P751 WGF shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P751 WGF 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 P751 WGF. 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.