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BFU 859K

1972 Norton Commando

Red Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

4,858 mi
Last recorded4,858 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2024
Typical for 1972 Norton Commando24,704 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBFU 859K
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2024 4,858 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 3,224 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2018 3,224 miles

Central Rear Upper Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 8 May 2017 2,974 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 2,498 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 2,259 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2015 2,235 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Lower Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Centre Front Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 3 Mar 2014 1,526 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 951 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 853 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 721 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 1 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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BFU 859K is a 1972 Norton Commando in Red with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1972 Norton Commando models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.2% with a typical mileage of 24,704 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 BFU 859K, 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 54 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 BFU 859K registered?

BFU 859K is a 1972 Norton Commando, first registered on 19 May 1972.

Is BFU 859K safe to buy?

The MOT history for BFU 859K shows 12 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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