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P958 XGC

1997 Harley Davidson Sportster

Purple Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2012
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

9,751 mi
Last recorded9,751 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2011
Typical for 1997 Harley Davidson Sportster14,188 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP958 XGC
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 26 Mar 2011 9,751 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 9,696 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 9,689 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 9,655 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2005 9,618 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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P958 XGC is a 1997 Harley Davidson Sportster in Purple with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P958 XGC, 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 P958 XGC registered?

P958 XGC is a 1997 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 10 June 1997.

Is P958 XGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P958 XGC shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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