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DPM 160K

1972 Norton Commando

Black Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

5,402 mi
Last recorded5,402 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2017
Typical for 1972 Norton Commando24,704 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDPM 160K
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1972
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2017 5,402 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2015 4,572 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 12 Sep 2015 4,557 miles

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 26 Jul 2014 4,145 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 3,897 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 3,308 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 3,212 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2005 3,115 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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DPM 160K is a 1972 Norton Commando in Black with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 DPM 160K, 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 DPM 160K registered?

DPM 160K is a 1972 Norton Commando, first registered on 6 April 1972.

Is DPM 160K safe to buy?

The MOT history for DPM 160K shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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