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F711 YNX

1988 Norton Classic

Silver Petrol 588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

21,498 mi
Last recorded21,498 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 1988 Norton Classic11,070 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF711 YNX
MakeNorton
ModelClassic
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine588cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 21,498 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2024 20,118 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2023 18,851 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 17,515 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 25 Apr 2022 17,515 miles

Offside Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 16 Apr 2021 16,748 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 15,653 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2018 14,977 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 13,683 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 12,165 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2015 11,625 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2014 11,455 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2013 10,718 miles

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

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

Pass 17 May 2012 10,333 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2008 10,044 miles

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 7 Jul 2007 8,894 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2007 8,884 miles

Nearside Front Brake component damaged and seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Pass 17 Jul 2006 6,731 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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F711 YNX is a 1988 Norton Classic in Silver with a 588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Norton Classic fails its MOT is horn not working, accounting for 6 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F711 YNX, 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 F711 YNX?

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What year was F711 YNX registered?

F711 YNX is a 1988 Norton Classic, first registered on 1 August 1988.

Is F711 YNX safe to buy?

The MOT history for F711 YNX shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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