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EKB 28L

1972 Norton Commando 750

Black Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

17,065 mi
Last recorded17,065 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2017
Typical for 1972 Norton Commando 75023,804 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEKB 28L
MakeNorton
ModelCommando 750
Year1972
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2017 17,065 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 14,145 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 26 Jun 2014 13,017 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 12,326 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 9,826 miles

Oil leak

Pass 6 Jul 2009 7,352 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 6,678 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2007 6,678 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2006 3,907 miles

How Reliable is the Norton Commando 750?

Based on 892 MOT tests across 155 vehicles.

91.1%
Pass Rate
264
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
155
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

suspension bush has excessive free play 5
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 4
Horn not working 4
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 3
Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system 3
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EKB 28L is a 1972 Norton Commando 750 in Black with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1972 Norton Commando 750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.0% with a typical mileage of 23,804 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 750 fails its MOT is suspension bush has excessive free play, accounting for 5 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EKB 28L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Norton Commando 750 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 54 years old, this Norton Commando 750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was EKB 28L registered?

EKB 28L is a 1972 Norton Commando 750, first registered on 4 August 1972.

Is EKB 28L safe to buy?

The MOT history for EKB 28L shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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