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ATU 17K

1971 Norton Commando

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

16,260 mi
Last recorded16,260 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2017
Typical for 1971 Norton Commando18,625 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationATU 17K
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1971
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2017 16,260 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 16,248 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 16,223 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 16,212 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2013 16,129 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 16,120 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 16,092 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 15,846 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2009 15,311 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 14,928 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 14,719 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 14,649 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2006 14,649 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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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ATU 17K is a 1971 Norton Commando in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 ATU 17K, 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 ATU 17K registered?

ATU 17K is a 1971 Norton Commando, first registered on 12 October 1971.

Is ATU 17K safe to buy?

The MOT history for ATU 17K shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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