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TSY 423

1989 Norton ES2

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

16,521 mi
Last recorded16,521 miles
Recorded on12 May 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTSY 423
MakeNorton
ModelES2
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2012 16,521 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 23 May 2009 16,298 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 15,844 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 15,489 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 70 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2006 70 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Nearside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Offside Fuel cap sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.2c)

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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TSY 423 is a 1989 Norton ES2 in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 TSY 423, 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 37 years old, this Norton ES2 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was TSY 423 registered?

TSY 423 is a 1989 Norton ES2, first registered on 21 February 1989.

Is TSY 423 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TSY 423 shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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