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997 GCV

1995 Norton ES2

Green Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2018
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

30,897 mi
Last recorded30,897 miles
Recorded on31 May 2017
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Vehicle Details

Registration997 GCV
MakeNorton
ModelES2
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2017 30,897 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 78 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 8 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 29,992 miles

Oil leak

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 20 Sep 2012 29,992 miles

Oil leak

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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997 GCV is a 1995 Norton ES2 in Green with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 997 GCV, 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 31 years old, this Norton ES2 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was 997 GCV registered?

997 GCV is a 1995 Norton ES2, first registered on 13 July 1995.

Is 997 GCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for 997 GCV shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 997 GCV have outstanding finance?

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