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KSF 710

1953 Norton ES2

Black Petrol 497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

18,315 mi
Last recorded18,315 miles
Recorded on1 May 2012
Typical for 1953 Norton ES215,738 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKSF 710
MakeNorton
ModelES2
Year1953
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine497cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2012 18,315 miles
Fail 1 May 2012 18,315 miles

Front suspension assembly component loose (2.3.1)

Pass 15 Apr 2011 18,195 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 18,136 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 Aug 2008 18,050 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 13 Sep 2007 17,970 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 17,735 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

headlamp pattern

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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KSF 710 is a 1953 Norton ES2 in Black with a 497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KSF 710, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KSF 710?

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What year was KSF 710 registered?

KSF 710 is a 1953 Norton ES2, first registered on 12 May 1953.

Is KSF 710 safe to buy?

The MOT history for KSF 710 shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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