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SDA 912

1991 Norton ES2

Black Petrol 490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

13,361 mi
Last recorded13,361 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSDA 912
MakeNorton
ModelES2
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine490cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2012 13,361 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2011 13,529 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 14 Jun 2011 13,529 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 13,104 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 12,770 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 7 Sep 2007 12,625 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2006 12,568 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

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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SDA 912 is a 1991 Norton ES2 in Black with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 SDA 912, 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 35 years old, this Norton ES2 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was SDA 912 registered?

SDA 912 is a 1991 Norton ES2, first registered on 7 February 1991.

Is SDA 912 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SDA 912 shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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