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569 WHK

1961 Norton Classic

Red Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

32,336 mi
Last recorded32,336 miles
Recorded on9 May 2015
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Vehicle Details

Registration569 WHK
MakeNorton
ModelClassic
Year1961
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc
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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2015 32,336 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 32,335 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 32,335 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 32,329 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 32,284 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2010 32,284 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2009 32,159 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 17 Jun 2008 32,128 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2007 32,110 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 31,963 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

How Reliable is the Norton Classic?

Based on 868 MOT tests across 151 vehicles.

94.2%
Pass Rate
241
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
151
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Horn not working 6
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 4
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 3
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 2
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 1
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569 WHK is a 1961 Norton Classic in Red with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

The most common reason a Norton Classic fails its MOT is horn not working, accounting for 6 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 569 WHK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Norton Classic typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 65 years old, this Norton Classic is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 569 WHK registered?

569 WHK is a 1961 Norton Classic, first registered on 2 May 1961.

Is 569 WHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for 569 WHK shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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