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595 BXA

1961 Norton ES2

Silver Petrol 490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2012
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

47,714 mi
Last recorded47,714 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2011
Typical for 1961 Norton ES225,954 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration595 BXA
MakeNorton
ModelES2
Year1961
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine490cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 6 Sep 2011 47,714 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 47,552 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 46,735 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 9 Aug 2006 46,726 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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595 BXA is a 1961 Norton ES2 in Silver with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1961 Norton ES2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.6% with a typical mileage of 25,954 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 595 BXA, 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 65 years old, this Norton ES2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 595 BXA registered?

595 BXA is a 1961 Norton ES2, first registered on 1 March 1961.

Is 595 BXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for 595 BXA shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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