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R301 JBJ

1998 Harley Davidson Sportster

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

15,920 mi
Last recorded15,920 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Harley Davidson Sportster14,447 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR301 JBJ
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 15,920 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2024 15,745 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2024 15,745 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2019 15,611 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 15,069 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 14,748 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 14,472 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 14,029 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 13,696 miles

front and rear tyre pressure low

Pass 27 Aug 2008 13,640 miles

front wheel has 2mm run-out

Fail 26 Aug 2008 13,638 miles

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.6)

front wheel has 2mm run-out

Pass 3 Aug 2007 12,937 miles

Rear All position lamps slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

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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R301 JBJ is a 1998 Harley Davidson Sportster in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1998 Harley Davidson Sportster models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 14,447 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 R301 JBJ, 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 28 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 R301 JBJ?

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What year was R301 JBJ registered?

R301 JBJ is a 1998 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R301 JBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R301 JBJ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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