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KJV 817

1958 Norton 99

Blue Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

55,195 mi
Last recorded55,195 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2012
Typical for 1958 Norton 9931,754 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJV 817
MakeNorton
Model99
Year1958
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2012 55,195 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2012 55,195 miles

Floor brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.C1a)

Pass 12 Jul 2011 54,963 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 54,644 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 54,089 miles

SLIGHT PLAY IN BOTTOM HEAD BEARING.

Pass 8 Jul 2008 52,992 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 52,850 miles

How Reliable is the Norton 99?

Based on 786 MOT tests across 141 vehicles.

93.8%
Pass Rate
238
Miles/Year
69
Year Lifespan
141
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Drive chain excessively tight 2
Throttle operating incorrectly slide is sticking 1
suspension has inadequate damping effect. 1
Brake hose leaking fluid 1
Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling 1
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KJV 817 is a 1958 Norton 99 in Blue with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1958 Norton 99 models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.0% with a typical mileage of 31,754 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 99 fails its MOT is drive chain excessively tight, accounting for 2 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KJV 817, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Norton 99 typically stays on UK roads for around 69 years. At 68 years old, this Norton 99 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KJV 817?

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What year was KJV 817 registered?

KJV 817 is a 1958 Norton 99, first registered on 1 October 1958.

Is KJV 817 safe to buy?

The MOT history for KJV 817 shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KJV 817 have outstanding finance?

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