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394 FBB

1959 Norton ES2

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

43,526 mi
Last recorded43,526 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2014
Typical for 1959 Norton ES227,405 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration394 FBB
MakeNorton
ModelES2
Year1959
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2014 43,526 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 43,422 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 43,365 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 43,268 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 43,216 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 43,134 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 42,937 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 3 Jun 2008 42,928 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 May 2007 42,824 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 42,579 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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394 FBB is a 1959 Norton ES2 in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1959 Norton ES2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 27,405 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 394 FBB, 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 67 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 394 FBB?

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What year was 394 FBB registered?

394 FBB is a 1959 Norton ES2, first registered on 17 February 1959.

Is 394 FBB safe to buy?

The MOT history for 394 FBB shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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