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NOJ 962

1953 Norton ES2

Silver Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,593 mi
Last recorded17,593 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2008
Typical for 1953 Norton ES215,738 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNOJ 962
MakeNorton
ModelES2
Year1953
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 11 Jun 2008 17,593 miles

advise fuel lines slightly damp

Pass 7 Jun 2007 27,534 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 7 Jul 2006 27,526 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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NOJ 962 is a 1953 Norton ES2 in Silver with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 NOJ 962, 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 NOJ 962?

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What year was NOJ 962 registered?

NOJ 962 is a 1953 Norton ES2, first registered on 31 December 1953.

Is NOJ 962 safe to buy?

The MOT history for NOJ 962 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 NOJ 962 have outstanding finance?

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