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R41 TPO

1997 Harley Davidson Sportster

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

28,846 mi
Last recorded28,846 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2013
Typical for 1997 Harley Davidson Sportster14,188 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR41 TPO
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2013 28,846 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 28,318 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 27,781 miles

front tyre has cracks in side wall but no canvass showing

Fail 7 Jul 2010 25,447 miles

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

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

Pass 7 Jul 2010 25,447 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2009 24,064 miles

Drive belt slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 14 Jul 2009 24,064 miles

Drive belt slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2008 23,761 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 23,761 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2006 23,761 miles

Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.1)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

rear suspension hard

Pass 10 Jul 2006 23,761 miles

rear suspension hard

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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R41 TPO is a 1997 Harley Davidson Sportster in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 R41 TPO, 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 R41 TPO registered?

R41 TPO is a 1997 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 13 August 1997.

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