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ARD 31K

1971 Norton Commando

Not stated Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

50,033 mi
Last recorded50,033 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2018
Typical for 1971 Norton Commando18,625 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationARD 31K
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1971
ColourNot stated
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 21 Apr 2018 50,033 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2017 48,829 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2016 48,044 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 47,362 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2014 46,628 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 46,079 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 45,504 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 44,529 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 22 Mar 2010 43,391 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 42,000 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 40,603 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 39,386 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 38,678 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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ARD 31K is a 1971 Norton Commando in Not stated with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Norton Commando models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.5% with a typical mileage of 18,625 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 ARD 31K, 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 55 years old, this Norton Commando is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ARD 31K registered?

ARD 31K is a 1971 Norton Commando, first registered on 15 October 1971.

Is ARD 31K safe to buy?

The MOT history for ARD 31K shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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