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CVO 517K

1972 Norton Commando

Black Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

22,850 mi
Last recorded22,850 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2020
Typical for 1972 Norton Commando24,704 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCVO 517K
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1972
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2020 22,850 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 22,699 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 22,598 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 22,468 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 22,389 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2014 22,343 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2014 22,343 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 21,992 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 21,861 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 21,469 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 21,135 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 21,031 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 20,798 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 20,402 miles

Lefthand foot rest assembly slightly loose

Pass 6 Jun 2006 19,998 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2006 19,998 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Front Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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CVO 517K is a 1972 Norton Commando in Black with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 CVO 517K, 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.

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What year was CVO 517K registered?

CVO 517K is a 1972 Norton Commando, first registered on 2 March 1972.

Is CVO 517K safe to buy?

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