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XCZ 4966

1996 Harley Davidson Sportster

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

3,392 mi
Last recorded3,392 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2025
Typical for 1996 Harley Davidson Sportster13,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXCZ 4966
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2025 3,392 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2023 3,330 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 1 Jul 2023 3,316 miles

Handlebar mounting insecure (2.2.1 (a) (i))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Jul 2022 2,586 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2021 1,857 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 8,592 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 385 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018
Pass 20 Jun 2017

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Jun 2016
Pass 4 Apr 2015

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Apr 2014
Pass 5 Apr 2013

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2012

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 8 Apr 2011
Pass 2 Apr 2010 16,395 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 21 Mar 2009 12,549 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 9,909 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 8,904 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2006 6,723 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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XCZ 4966 is a 1996 Harley Davidson Sportster in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1996 Harley Davidson Sportster models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 13,586 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 XCZ 4966, 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 30 years old, this Harley Davidson Sportster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was XCZ 4966 registered?

XCZ 4966 is a 1996 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 14 March 1996.

Is XCZ 4966 safe to buy?

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