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HVS 850

1959 Norton 99

Silver Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2013
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

70,927 mi
Last recorded70,927 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2012
Typical for 1959 Norton 9918,621 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHVS 850
MakeNorton
Model99
Year1959
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 4 Feb 2012 70,927 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 70,165 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 30,758 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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HVS 850 is a 1959 Norton 99 in Silver with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1959 Norton 99 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.4% with a typical mileage of 18,621 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 HVS 850, 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 67 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 HVS 850?

You can check the full history of HVS 850 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was HVS 850 registered?

HVS 850 is a 1959 Norton 99, first registered on 1 January 1959.

Is HVS 850 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HVS 850 shows 3 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 HVS 850 have outstanding finance?

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