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SHY 889M

1974 Norton Unknown

Red Petrol 828cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

8,241 mi
Last recorded8,241 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2022
Typical for 1974 Norton Unknown15,339 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSHY 889M
MakeNorton
ModelUnknown
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine828cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 9 Sep 2022 8,241 miles

All direction indicators light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Front Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

How Reliable is the Norton Unknown?

Based on 948 MOT tests across 683 vehicles.

91.8%
Pass Rate
211
Miles/Year
52
Year Lifespan
683
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 2
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user 2
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 2
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 1
suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. 1
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SHY 889M is a 1974 Norton Unknown in Red with a 828cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1974 Norton Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 15,339 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 Unknown fails its MOT is tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation, accounting for 2 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SHY 889M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Norton Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 52 years. At 52 years old, this Norton Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SHY 889M registered?

SHY 889M is a 1974 Norton Unknown, first registered on 7 May 1974.

Is SHY 889M safe to buy?

The MOT history for SHY 889M shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SHY 889M have outstanding finance?

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