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ALA 283A

1959 Norton Triton

Red Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2013
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

578 mi
Last recorded578 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2012
Typical for 1959 Norton Triton3,754 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationALA 283A
MakeNorton
ModelTriton
Year1959
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2012 578 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2011 20 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 7 Jul 2011 20 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 4 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2010 4 miles

Front Tyre fouling another component (4.1.4)

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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ALA 283A is a 1959 Norton Triton in Red with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 ALA 283A, 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

How do I check the history of ALA 283A?

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What year was ALA 283A registered?

ALA 283A is a 1959 Norton Triton, first registered on 31 March 1959.

Is ALA 283A safe to buy?

The MOT history for ALA 283A shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ALA 283A have outstanding finance?

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