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E740 UUE

1988 Norton Classic

Silver Petrol 588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2013
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,678 mi
Last recorded25,678 miles
Recorded on4 May 2012
Typical for 1988 Norton Classic11,070 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE740 UUE
MakeNorton
ModelClassic
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine588cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 4 May 2012 25,678 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 25,650 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 25,551 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 25,450 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 25,269 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 24,310 miles

Front brake pads squeak advise regrease

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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E740 UUE is a 1988 Norton Classic in Silver with a 588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 E740 UUE, 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 E740 UUE?

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What year was E740 UUE registered?

E740 UUE is a 1988 Norton Classic, first registered on 27 May 1988.

Is E740 UUE safe to buy?

The MOT history for E740 UUE shows 6 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 E740 UUE have outstanding finance?

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