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L463 JGS

1994 Harley Davidson Sportster

Cream Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

Typical for 1994 Harley Davidson Sportster15,016 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL463 JGS
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year1994
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc
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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 May 2026
Pass 23 May 2025
Pass 18 Apr 2018 13,742 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 11,337 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 11,180 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2014 11,170 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 26 Apr 2012 11,080 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2012 11,080 miles

Front Gradient brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.D1c)

Pass 4 Apr 2011 10,981 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 10,904 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2010 10,904 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 20 Feb 2009 10,732 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2008 10,334 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 10,086 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2006 9,688 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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L463 JGS is a 1994 Harley Davidson Sportster in Cream with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1994 Harley Davidson Sportster models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 15,016 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 L463 JGS, 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 32 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 L463 JGS registered?

L463 JGS is a 1994 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 15 February 1994.

Is L463 JGS safe to buy?

The MOT history for L463 JGS shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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