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457 XUW

1953 Norton ES2

Silver Petrol 497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2013
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

2,417 mi
Last recorded2,417 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2012
Typical for 1953 Norton ES215,738 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration457 XUW
MakeNorton
ModelES2
Year1953
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine497cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 11 Apr 2012 2,417 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 2,161 miles

How Reliable is the Norton ES2?

Based on 2,195 MOT tests across 486 vehicles.

91.9%
Pass Rate
252
Miles/Year
78
Year Lifespan
486
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 6
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 5
Horn not working 5
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 4
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457 XUW is a 1953 Norton ES2 in Silver with a 497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1953 Norton ES2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.4% with a typical mileage of 15,738 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Norton ES2 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 9 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 457 XUW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Norton ES2 typically stays on UK roads for around 78 years. At 73 years old, this Norton ES2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 457 XUW registered?

457 XUW is a 1953 Norton ES2, first registered on 31 December 1953.

Is 457 XUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for 457 XUW shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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