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E961 TEW

1996 Norton Classic

Silver Petrol 588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2011
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,072 mi
Last recorded25,072 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2010
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE961 TEW
MakeNorton
ModelClassic
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine588cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 16 Jul 2010 25,072 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 22,640 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 20,645 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 16,334 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 14,009 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2005 9,038 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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E961 TEW is a 1996 Norton Classic in Silver with a 588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Norton Classic fails its MOT is horn not working, accounting for 6 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E961 TEW, 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 30 years old, this Norton Classic is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E961 TEW?

You can check the full history of E961 TEW by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was E961 TEW registered?

E961 TEW is a 1996 Norton Classic, first registered on 3 January 1996.

Is E961 TEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for E961 TEW 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 E961 TEW have outstanding finance?

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