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920 BYK

1997 Norton Commando

Black Petrol 920cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

45,056 mi
Last recorded45,056 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2012
Typical for 1997 Norton Commando10,538 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration920 BYK
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine920cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2012 45,056 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2011 44,816 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 44,454 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2009 44,330 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 Aug 2009 44,330 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 23 Aug 2008 43,838 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2007 43,779 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2006 43,318 miles

How Reliable is the Norton Commando?

Based on 13,398 MOT tests across 2,308 vehicles.

91.4%
Pass Rate
334
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
2,308
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 42
Horn not working 39
Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s 32
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 31
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 28
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920 BYK is a 1997 Norton Commando in Black with a 920cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1997 Norton Commando models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.4% with a typical mileage of 10,538 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Norton Commando fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 920 BYK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Norton Commando typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 29 years old, this Norton Commando is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was 920 BYK registered?

920 BYK is a 1997 Norton Commando, first registered on 31 March 1997.

Is 920 BYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for 920 BYK shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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