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UXE 185L

1973 Norton Unknown

Orange Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

83 mi
Last recorded83 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUXE 185L
MakeNorton
ModelUnknown
Year1973
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 13 Oct 2025 83 miles

Rear Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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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UXE 185L is a 1973 Norton Unknown in Orange with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 UXE 185L, 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 53 years old, this Norton Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was UXE 185L registered?

UXE 185L is a 1973 Norton Unknown, first registered on 4 June 1973.

Is UXE 185L safe to buy?

The MOT history for UXE 185L shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UXE 185L have outstanding finance?

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