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R511 KUT

1997 Harley Davidson Sportster

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

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Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

Typical for 1997 Harley Davidson Sportster14,188 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR511 KUT
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026
Fail 19 Mar 2026

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Apr 2025

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 17 Apr 2025

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Jan 2024

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 17 Jan 2023

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

front mudguard missing.

Fail 16 Jan 2023

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

front mudguard missing.

Pass 26 Jan 2022
Pass 1 May 2021
Pass 13 Sep 2019

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

front brake lever travel

Pass 26 Jul 2018
Pass 16 Jun 2017 26,436 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2017 26,420 miles

Front Front suspension assembly component missing Fork leg mount (2.3.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Rear position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 4 Apr 2016 23,411 miles

stone stuck in drive belt

Fail 30 Mar 2016 23,391 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Front mudguard can easily contact the tyre (2.3.7)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2015 21,931 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 20,048 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 19,291 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 18,374 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 16,746 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2006 14,245 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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R511 KUT is a 1997 Harley Davidson Sportster in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 R511 KUT, 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 R511 KUT registered?

R511 KUT is a 1997 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 21 August 1997.

Is R511 KUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R511 KUT shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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