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601 JKX

1959 Norton Triton

Silver Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2012
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

4,676 mi
Last recorded4,676 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2011
Typical for 1959 Norton Triton3,754 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration601 JKX
MakeNorton
ModelTriton
Year1959
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2011 4,676 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 2,846 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 2,794 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 2,760 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 2,727 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2007 2,727 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 15 Jun 2006 2,640 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2005 2,407 miles

How Reliable is the Norton Triton?

Based on 1,492 MOT tests across 332 vehicles.

92.6%
Pass Rate
139
Miles/Year
69
Year Lifespan
332
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 5
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 3
reflector on motorcycle missing 3
Horn not working 3
Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel 3
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601 JKX is a 1959 Norton Triton in Silver with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1959 Norton Triton models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.7% with a typical mileage of 3,754 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 Norton Triton fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 5 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 601 JKX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Norton Triton typically stays on UK roads for around 69 years. At 67 years old, this Norton Triton is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 601 JKX registered?

601 JKX is a 1959 Norton Triton, first registered on 17 August 1959.

Is 601 JKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for 601 JKX shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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