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V258 HWA

1999 Harley Davidson Sportster

Purple Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

27,371 mi
Last recorded27,371 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 Harley Davidson Sportster14,149 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV258 HWA
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year1999
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 27,371 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 10 Jun 2025 26,310 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2024 26,201 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 May 2023 25,335 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Mar 2022 24,832 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 31 Mar 2021 24,160 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2019 23,481 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2018 23,146 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2017 20,605 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2016 19,113 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 17,725 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Apr 2014 16,927 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2014 16,927 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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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V258 HWA is a 1999 Harley Davidson Sportster in Purple with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1999 Harley Davidson Sportster models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 14,149 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 V258 HWA, 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 27 years old, this Harley Davidson Sportster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was V258 HWA registered?

V258 HWA is a 1999 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is V258 HWA safe to buy?

The MOT history for V258 HWA shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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