MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
39,965 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)
Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)
Rear Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)
Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure (2.3.3a)
Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)
Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))
Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
How Reliable is the Harley Davidson Sportster?
Based on 10,382 MOT tests across 942 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R495 RDP is a 1998 Harley Davidson Sportster in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.
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 R495 RDP, 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.
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How do I check the history of R495 RDP?
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What year was R495 RDP registered?
R495 RDP is a 1998 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 15 May 1998.
Is R495 RDP safe to buy?
The MOT history for R495 RDP shows 13 tests with a 53.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does R495 RDP have outstanding finance?
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