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KYL 713

1949 Norton ES2

Black Petrol 490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2013
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

44,363 mi
Last recorded44,363 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2012
Typical for 1949 Norton ES216,041 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKYL 713
MakeNorton
ModelES2
Year1949
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine490cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2012 44,363 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 14 Jan 2012 44,363 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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KYL 713 is a 1949 Norton ES2 in Black with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1949 Norton ES2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 16,041 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KYL 713, 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 77 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 KYL 713?

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What year was KYL 713 registered?

KYL 713 is a 1949 Norton ES2, first registered on 24 November 1949.

Is KYL 713 safe to buy?

The MOT history for KYL 713 shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KYL 713 have outstanding finance?

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