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SSJ 541

1987 Norton Classic

Black Petrol 588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2012
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

5,616 mi
Last recorded5,616 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2011
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSSJ 541
MakeNorton
ModelClassic
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine588cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2011 5,616 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 5,616 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 5,615 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 56,168 miles
Fail 4 May 2006 56,168 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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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SSJ 541 is a 1987 Norton Classic in Black with a 588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

The most common reason a Norton Classic fails its MOT is horn not working, accounting for 6 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SSJ 541, 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 39 years old, this Norton Classic is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SSJ 541 registered?

SSJ 541 is a 1987 Norton Classic, first registered on 6 March 1987.

Is SSJ 541 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SSJ 541 shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SSJ 541 have outstanding finance?

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