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J751 XSF

1991 Harley Davidson Sportster

Red Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2025
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

1,791 mi
Last recorded1,791 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2024
Typical for 1991 Harley Davidson Sportster12,880 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ751 XSF
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc
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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2024 1,791 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2023 1,646 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 1,423 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 1,188 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2021 1,188 miles

Offside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2019 808 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2019 808 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake hose leaking (1.1.12 (c))

Pass 14 Sep 2017 223 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 196 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 111 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2015 111 miles

Fuel pipe union leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 25 Jun 2014 106 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 100 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 88 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 79 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2011 69 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 30 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 1 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 7,592 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2008 7,592 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 27 Oct 2007 7,578 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2006 7,553 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Rear Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Pass 16 Oct 2006 7,553 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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J751 XSF is a 1991 Harley Davidson Sportster in Red with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 1991 Harley Davidson Sportster models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 12,880 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 J751 XSF, 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 35 years old, this Harley Davidson Sportster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J751 XSF registered?

J751 XSF is a 1991 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is J751 XSF safe to buy?

The MOT history for J751 XSF shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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