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P847 MVV

1997 Harley Davidson Sportster

Silver Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2025
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

Typical for 1997 Harley Davidson Sportster14,188 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP847 MVV
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2024

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 24 May 2023

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

no lights at time of test

Pass 29 Mar 2022

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 22 Apr 2020
Pass 25 Feb 2019

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 May 2017
Pass 10 Mar 2016 1 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011

O/S Handlebar control block slightly loose

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

Pass 16 Oct 2007 39,540 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 36,575 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2006 36,575 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

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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P847 MVV is a 1997 Harley Davidson Sportster in Silver with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its 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 P847 MVV, 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 P847 MVV registered?

P847 MVV is a 1997 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 4 February 1997.

Is P847 MVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P847 MVV shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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