Harley Davidson Sportster

Black · Petrol · 1997 · 883 cc

R511 KUTMOT history

R511 KUT is a black petrol Harley Davidson Sportster first used on 21 Aug 1997. Its MOT is valid until 16 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 26,436 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Apr 2027
Mileage
26,436 mi
At MOT on 16 Jun 2017
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,095 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R511 KUT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Harley Davidson
Model
Sportster
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
883 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
21 Aug 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R511 KUT was last recorded at 26,436 miles on 16 Jun 2017, 16 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jun 2017.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
26,420 miles · 12 Jun 2017
Between the last two tests
16 miles
Average per year
1,095 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2017 – 26,436 miles
  • 2016 – 23,411 miles
  • 2015 – 21,931 miles
  • 2014 – 20,048 miles
  • 2009 – 19,291 miles
  • 2008 – 18,374 miles
  • 2007 – 16,746 miles
  • 2006 – 14,245 miles

What the latest MOT found

PassPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Chain guard missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front mudguard missing.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

21 tests since 30 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    803024469765

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. FailMileage not read1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    889509456035
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  3. PassMileage not read4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    908367116667
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. FailMileage not read1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    733432982139
    • Repaired at testRear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    519931847740
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

  6. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    675960171028
    • AdvisoryChain guard missing
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront mudguard missing.

  7. FailMileage not read1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    101260190817
    • MajorFront Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryChain guard missing
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront mudguard missing.

  8. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    989105343969

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    648207307047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    906825781978
    • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront brake lever travel

  11. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    422706961146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass26,436 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    26,436 miles
    Test number
    889169405592

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail26,420 miles (+3,009)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,420 miles
    Test number
    712001051814
    • FailureFront Front suspension assembly component missing Fork leg mount (2.3.1)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
    • FailureRear Rear position lamp missing (1.1.1a)
    • FailureRear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
    • FailureRear Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

  14. Pass23,411 miles (+20)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    23,411 miles
    Test number
    749651760737
    • AdvisoryStone stuck in drive belt

  15. Fail23,391 miles (+1,460)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,391 miles
    Test number
    557015857159
    • FailureFront wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
    • FailureRear Front mudguard can easily contact the tyre (2.3.7)
    • FailureSteering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

  16. Pass21,931 miles (+1,883)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    21,931 miles
    Test number
    878530585045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass20,048 miles (+757)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    20,048 miles
    Test number
    158351284025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass19,291 miles (+917)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    19,291 miles
    Test number
    521977059191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass18,374 miles (+1,628)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2009
    Odometer
    18,374 miles
    Test number
    203988148478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass16,746 miles (+2,501)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2008
    Odometer
    16,746 miles
    Test number
    934965947127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass14,245 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    14,245 miles
    Test number
    113140526177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R511 KUT

Does R511 KUT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R511 KUT is valid until 16 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on R511 KUT?
The MOT on R511 KUT is valid until 16 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R511 KUT done?
R511 KUT was recorded at 26,436 miles at its MOT on 16 Jun 2017, an average of 1,095 miles a year.
Has R511 KUT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R511 KUT has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on R511 KUT ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on R511 KUT find?
R511 KUT passed its latest MOT on 19 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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