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RFO 819

1953 Norton ES2

Silver Petrol 490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2013
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,217 mi
Last recorded7,217 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2012
Typical for 1953 Norton ES215,738 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRFO 819
MakeNorton
ModelES2
Year1953
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine490cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 25 Jun 2012 7,217 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 7,207 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 27 Jun 2008 7,154 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 7,110 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 7,076 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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RFO 819 is a 1953 Norton ES2 in Silver with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1953 Norton ES2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.4% with a typical mileage of 15,738 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 RFO 819, 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 73 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 RFO 819 registered?

RFO 819 is a 1953 Norton ES2, first registered on 31 December 1953.

Is RFO 819 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RFO 819 shows 5 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 RFO 819 have outstanding finance?

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