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HAS 144

1953 Norton Classic

Black Petrol 588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2018
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

6,635 mi
Last recorded6,635 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHAS 144
MakeNorton
ModelClassic
Year1953
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine588cc
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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 30 Mar 2017 6,635 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 6,634 miles

only used during daylight hours and not used at times of seriously reduced visibility

Pass 29 Feb 2016 6,634 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 6,200 miles

for day time ues only

Pass 22 Sep 2012 5,881 miles

FOR DAY TIME USE ONLY

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 13 Aug 2011 5,608 miles

FOR DAY TIME USE ONLY

Pass 31 Jul 2010 3,821 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 1,945 miles

on lightsfitted at time of test

thisvehiclehas no lights fitted and can only be used during the hours of daylight

Pass 26 Jul 2008 705 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

this vehicle has no lights fitted and can only be used during the hours of daylight

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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HAS 144 is a 1953 Norton Classic in Black with a 588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 HAS 144, 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 73 years old, this Norton Classic is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of HAS 144?

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What year was HAS 144 registered?

HAS 144 is a 1953 Norton Classic, first registered on 2 May 1953.

Is HAS 144 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HAS 144 shows 9 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 HAS 144 have outstanding finance?

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