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PYU 951

1979 Norton ES2

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2013
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,456 mi
Last recorded28,456 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPYU 951
MakeNorton
ModelES2
Year1979
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 11 Jan 2012 28,456 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2010 28,073 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 27,622 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 Sep 2006 27,553 miles

rear tyre walls starting to perish

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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PYU 951 is a 1979 Norton ES2 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 PYU 951, 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 47 years old, this Norton ES2 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PYU 951?

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What year was PYU 951 registered?

PYU 951 is a 1979 Norton ES2, first registered on 1 January 1979.

Is PYU 951 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PYU 951 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.

Does PYU 951 have outstanding finance?

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