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E561 THA

1988 Norton Classic

Silver Petrol 588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,126 mi
Last recorded37,126 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 1988 Norton Classic11,070 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE561 THA
MakeNorton
ModelClassic
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine588cc
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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 8 Sep 2025 37,126 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2024 36,478 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 35,879 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Jun 2021 35,485 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 34,262 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 34,026 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 33,538 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 32,877 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 32,490 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 31,781 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 29,865 miles

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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E561 THA is a 1988 Norton Classic in Silver with a 588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Norton Classic models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.4% with a typical mileage of 11,070 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Norton Classic fails its MOT is horn not working, accounting for 6 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E561 THA, 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 38 years old, this Norton Classic is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E561 THA?

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What year was E561 THA registered?

E561 THA is a 1988 Norton Classic, first registered on 8 April 1988.

Is E561 THA safe to buy?

The MOT history for E561 THA shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E561 THA have outstanding finance?

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