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N737 FTM

1996 Harley Davidson Sportster

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jul 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

21,344 mi
Last recorded21,344 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 1996 Harley Davidson Sportster13,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN737 FTM
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2026 21,344 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2025 20,625 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2024 20,358 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023 19,625 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 19,354 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2021 19,351 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2020 19,270 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 9 Apr 2020 19,270 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Jun 2018 19,190 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 19,108 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Jan 2016 18,936 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2016 18,936 miles

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

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 3 May 2014 17,593 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 16,950 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 15,986 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 15,397 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2009 14,848 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Aug 2008 13,871 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2007 13,239 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2007 13,239 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Pass 26 Aug 2006 12,359 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2005 2,590 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

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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N737 FTM is a 1996 Harley Davidson Sportster in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 N737 FTM, 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 N737 FTM registered?

N737 FTM is a 1996 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 1 March 1996.

Is N737 FTM safe to buy?

The MOT history for N737 FTM shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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