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BTF 77L

1973 Norton Commando

Red Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

2,100 mi
Last recorded2,100 miles
Recorded on2 May 2019
Typical for 1973 Norton Commando23,124 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBTF 77L
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 May 2019 2,100 miles

Front Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 4 May 2018 2,100 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 1,789 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 25 Apr 2017 1,789 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 27 Apr 2016 1,150 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 1,101 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 17 Apr 2014 859 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 24 Apr 2013 499 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 1,954 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2012 1,954 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Pass 6 Apr 2011 21,515 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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BTF 77L is a 1973 Norton Commando in Red with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1973 Norton Commando models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.4% with a typical mileage of 23,124 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 BTF 77L, 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 53 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 BTF 77L registered?

BTF 77L is a 1973 Norton Commando, first registered on 6 July 1973.

Is BTF 77L safe to buy?

The MOT history for BTF 77L shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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