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C260 AKN

1985 Norton ES2

Silver Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2017
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

7 mi
Last recorded7 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2016
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC260 AKN
MakeNorton
ModelES2
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2016 7 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2016 6 miles

Front suspension assembly component cracked (2.3.1)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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C260 AKN is a 1985 Norton ES2 in Silver with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 C260 AKN, 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 41 years old, this Norton ES2 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was C260 AKN registered?

C260 AKN is a 1985 Norton ES2, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is C260 AKN safe to buy?

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