Norton ES2

Black · Petrol · 1961 · 500 cc

454 ELFMOT history

454 ELF is a black petrol Norton ES2 first used on 1 Aug 1961. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 36,009 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Jun 2027
Mileage
36,009 mi
At MOT on 30 May 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,390 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
454 ELF
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Norton
Model
ES2
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
500 cc
Year of manufacture
1961
First used
1 Aug 1961
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
30 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

454 ELF was last recorded at 36,009 miles on 30 May 2026, 6,057 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
29,952 miles · 24 May 2025
Between the last two tests
6,057 miles
Average per year
1,390 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 36,009 miles
  • 2025 – 29,952 miles
  • 2024 – 29,605 miles
  • 2023 – 27,740 miles
  • 2022 – 27,339 miles
  • 2021 – 25,761 miles
  • 2020 – 25,443 miles
  • 2019 – 25,184 miles
  • 2018 – 20,897 miles
  • 2017 – 20,612 miles
  • 2016 – 20,371 miles
  • 2015 – 19,302 miles
  • 2014 – 18,304 miles
  • 2013 – 17,005 miles
  • 2012 – 15,748 miles
  • 2011 – 14,513 miles
  • 2010 – 12,515 miles
  • 2009 – 11,199 miles
  • 2008 – 9,927 miles
  • 2007 – 8,837 miles
  • 2006 – 8,367 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass36,009 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit little cracking in treats (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Steering headbearing has slight free play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2023

Full MOT history

26 tests since 12 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass36,009 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    36,009 miles
    Test number
    374986437968
    • AdvisoryFront Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit little cracking in treats (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail36,009 miles (+6,057)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,009 miles
    Test number
    907070503414
    • Repaired at testWheel bearing rough when rotated front wheel rotation affected by mudguard attachment bolt (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit little cracking in treats (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass29,952 miles (+347)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    29,952 miles
    Test number
    302607667223
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

  4. Pass29,605 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    29,605 miles
    Test number
    656378391747

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail29,605 miles (+1,865)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,605 miles
    Test number
    560781385182
    • Repaired at testExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass27,740 miles (+401)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    27,740 miles
    Test number
    921379602960
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

  7. Pass27,339 miles (+1,578)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    27,339 miles
    Test number
    632135546276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass25,761 miles (+318)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    25,761 miles
    Test number
    110439473895

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass25,443 miles (+259)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    25,443 miles
    Test number
    478552690552
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

  10. Pass25,184 miles (+4,287)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    25,184 miles
    Test number
    656557540962
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

  11. Pass20,897 miles (+285)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    20,897 miles
    Test number
    510528368419
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

  12. Pass20,612 miles (+241)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    20,612 miles
    Test number
    504170052927

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass20,371 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    20,371 miles
    Test number
    476520185792

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail20,371 miles (+1,069)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,371 miles
    Test number
    704845769763
    • Repaired at testFront position lamp insecure loose fixing bolt (1.1.1c)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.6)

  15. Fail19,302 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,302 miles
    Test number
    637618285130
    • Repaired at testFront position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

  16. Pass19,302 miles (+998)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    19,302 miles
    Test number
    719628585108
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

  17. Pass18,304 miles (+1,299)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    18,304 miles
    Test number
    335201794194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass17,005 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    17,005 miles
    Test number
    296999883177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail17,005 miles (+1,257)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,005 miles
    Test number
    359979883108
    • Repaired at testFront Brake drum(s) insecure (3.2.A1g)

  20. Pass15,748 miles (+1,235)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    15,748 miles
    Test number
    855436392180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass14,513 miles (+1,998)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    14,513 miles
    Test number
    328606991127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass12,515 miles (+1,316)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    12,515 miles
    Test number
    593413890154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass11,199 miles (+1,272)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    11,199 miles
    Test number
    390458799185
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  24. Pass9,927 miles (+1,090)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    9,927 miles
    Test number
    404526498154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass8,837 miles (+470)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    8,837 miles
    Test number
    164080897139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass8,367 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    8,367 miles
    Test number
    184783296150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 454 ELF

What vehicle is registration 454 ELF currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 454 ELF on a black petrol Norton ES2 first used on 1 Aug 1961. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 454 ELF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 454 ELF is valid until 14 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on 454 ELF?
The MOT on 454 ELF is valid until 14 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 454 ELF done?
454 ELF was recorded at 36,009 miles at its MOT on 30 May 2026, an average of 1,390 miles a year.
Has 454 ELF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 454 ELF has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 30 May 2026.
Has the mileage on 454 ELF ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on 454 ELF find?
454 ELF passed its latest MOT on 30 May 2026 with 3 advisories: front steering headbearing has slight free play; offside shock absorber has a light misting of oil; rear tyre worn close to the legal limit little cracking in treats.

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