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USV 947

1986 Norton ES2

Green Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2012
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

18,929 mi
Last recorded18,929 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2011
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUSV 947
MakeNorton
ModelES2
Year1986
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2011 18,929 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2010 18,096 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 18 Nov 2010 18,096 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 17,294 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 16,633 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 15,568 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 14,696 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2005 13,548 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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USV 947 is a 1986 Norton ES2 in Green with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 USV 947, 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 40 years old, this Norton ES2 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was USV 947 registered?

USV 947 is a 1986 Norton ES2, first registered on 9 July 1986.

Is USV 947 safe to buy?

The MOT history for USV 947 shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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