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R63 JTN

1997 Harley-davidson 1200 Sport

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

13,347 mi
Last recorded13,347 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Harley-davidson 1200 Sport15,319 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR63 JTN
MakeHarley-davidson
Model1200 Sport
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 13,347 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2024 13,340 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Aug 2023 13,315 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2022 13,276 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Aug 2021 13,232 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 13,220 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 13,203 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2018 13,150 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 13,054 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 12,961 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 12,836 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 12,778 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 12,597 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 12,437 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 12,222 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 7 Sep 2011 12,222 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Pass 2 Sep 2010 12,000 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2009 11,763 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

Pass 4 Sep 2009 11,763 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2008 10,578 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2008 10,578 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2007 10,106 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2005 9,298 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2005 9,298 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson 1200 Sport?

Based on 3,482 MOT tests across 285 vehicles.

87.6%
Pass Rate
523
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
285
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 27
reflector on motorcycle missing 14
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 13
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 13
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
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R63 JTN is a 1997 Harley-davidson 1200 Sport in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1997 Harley-davidson 1200 Sport models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 15,319 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 1200 Sport fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R63 JTN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson 1200 Sport typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Harley-davidson 1200 Sport is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R63 JTN registered?

R63 JTN is a 1997 Harley-davidson 1200 Sport, first registered on 16 October 1997.

Is R63 JTN safe to buy?

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