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550 DPU

1955 Norton ES2

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2013
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

44,427 mi
Last recorded44,427 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2012
Typical for 1955 Norton ES25,383 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration550 DPU
MakeNorton
ModelES2
Year1955
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 16 Aug 2012 44,427 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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550 DPU is a 1955 Norton ES2 in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1955 Norton ES2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.1% with a typical mileage of 5,383 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 550 DPU, 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 71 years old, this Norton ES2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 550 DPU registered?

550 DPU is a 1955 Norton ES2, first registered on 11 July 1955.

Is 550 DPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for 550 DPU 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.

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