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N181 NWS

1996 Harley Davidson Sportster

Red Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

Typical for 1996 Harley Davidson Sportster13,586 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN181 NWS
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026

Exhaust noisy Both (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 May 2025

Exhaust noisy Both (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 7 May 2024

Exhaust noisy Both (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 7 May 2024

Exhaust noisy Both (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 28 Apr 2023

Exhaust noisy Both (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Tyre has cuts in treads

Pass 10 May 2022

Exhaust noisy Both (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Rear Tyre has cuts in treads

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 6 May 2021 19,973 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 7 May 2020 19,763 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 May 2019 19,504 miles

Exhaust noisy Both (8.1.1 (a))

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

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 17 Apr 2018 19,233 miles

Exhaust noisy Both (7.1.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play Swing arm pivot (2.4.A2a(i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 17 Apr 2018 19,233 miles

Exhaust noisy Both (7.1.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play Swing arm pivot (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play Swing arm pivot (2.4.A2a(i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 16 May 2017 18,364 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 18,342 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 May 2015 19,520 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 May 2014 19,804 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 13,986 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 May 2012 12,939 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 11 May 2012 12,939 miles

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

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 3 May 2011 10,369 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 May 2010 9,951 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 8,271 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 6,991 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 6,879 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 4,961 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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N181 NWS is a 1996 Harley Davidson Sportster in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 N181 NWS, 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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N181 NWS is a 1996 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 30 December 1996.

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