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F498 YWD

1988 Norton Classic

Silver Petrol 588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2022
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,888 mi
Last recorded15,888 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2021
Typical for 1988 Norton Classic11,070 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF498 YWD
MakeNorton
ModelClassic
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine588cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 1 Oct 2021 15,888 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 14,927 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2019 13,698 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 12,681 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 11,766 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 4 Apr 2016 10,280 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 8,470 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 16 Apr 2014 7,222 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 6,592 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 2 May 2012 5,796 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 4,792 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 3,968 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 3,010 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 2,529 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 19 Apr 2007 2,243 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 26 Apr 2006 2,009 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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F498 YWD is a 1988 Norton Classic in Silver with a 588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 F498 YWD, 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

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What year was F498 YWD registered?

F498 YWD is a 1988 Norton Classic, first registered on 1 August 1988.

Is F498 YWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for F498 YWD shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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