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249 XUK

1988 Norton 16H

Black Petrol 490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2012
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

1,412 mi
Last recorded1,412 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2011
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Vehicle Details

Registration249 XUK
MakeNorton
Model16H
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine490cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2011 1,412 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2010 1,196 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 5 Aug 2010 1,196 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 1,195 miles

no lights fitted

Pass 2 May 2008 925 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

no lights at time of test

How Reliable is the Norton 16H?

Based on 642 MOT tests across 181 vehicles.

93.3%
Pass Rate
181
Miles/Year
80
Year Lifespan
181
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

wheel bearings have excessive free play 2
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 2
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 2
Throttle operating incorrectly 2
Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 2
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249 XUK is a 1988 Norton 16H in Black with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

The most common reason a Norton 16H fails its MOT is wheel bearings have excessive free play, accounting for 2 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 249 XUK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Norton 16H typically stays on UK roads for around 80 years. At 38 years old, this Norton 16H is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was 249 XUK registered?

249 XUK is a 1988 Norton 16H, first registered on 2 August 1988.

Is 249 XUK safe to buy?

The MOT history for 249 XUK shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 249 XUK have outstanding finance?

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