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P956 NCR

1997 Harley Davidson Sportster

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

5,794 mi
Last recorded5,794 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Harley Davidson Sportster14,188 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP956 NCR
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 5,794 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2025 5,696 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2023 5,645 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 5,645 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 5,609 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 5,555 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 5,514 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 5,497 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 5,424 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 5,289 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 5,219 miles

slight cracking to front tyre wall

Pass 17 Jul 2013 5,061 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2013 5,044 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

rear tyre badly perised on side walls

Pass 4 Jul 2012 4,915 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 20 Apr 2007 4,874 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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P956 NCR is a 1997 Harley Davidson Sportster in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 P956 NCR, 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 P956 NCR?

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What year was P956 NCR registered?

P956 NCR is a 1997 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 6 June 1997.

Is P956 NCR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P956 NCR shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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