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TTT 495

1997 Harley Davidson Sportster

Red Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

10,605 mi
Last recorded10,605 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 1997 Harley Davidson Sportster14,188 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTTT 495
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 10 Nov 2025 10,605 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2024 10,388 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

minor oil leak

Pass 19 May 2023 9,961 miles
Pass 11 May 2022 9,672 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit pads look low but very difficult to see (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 8 Apr 2021 9,637 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit and rear (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 29 Jun 2018 9,607 miles

Front Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 19 Jul 2016 9,563 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 9,300 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 20 Apr 2013 9,116 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 31 Mar 2012 8,923 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 11 Sep 2010 8,796 miles

Drive belt slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Jun 2009 856 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 8,252 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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TTT 495 is a 1997 Harley Davidson Sportster in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 TTT 495, 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 TTT 495 registered?

TTT 495 is a 1997 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 11 March 1997.

Is TTT 495 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TTT 495 shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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