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EKN 78K

1972 Norton Commando

Not stated Petrol 745cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2016
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

6,072 mi
Last recorded6,072 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2015
Typical for 1972 Norton Commando24,704 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEKN 78K
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1972
ColourNot stated
Fuel typePetrol
Engine745cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 29 Apr 2015 6,072 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

fuel hose perished but not leaking at this time, replace A.S.A.P.

Pass 15 Apr 2014 5,845 miles

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

fuel hose deteriorated

Pass 3 Apr 2013 5,354 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2012 4,538 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 4,174 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 3,928 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 3,811 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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EKN 78K is a 1972 Norton Commando in Not stated with a 745cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 EKN 78K, 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 EKN 78K registered?

EKN 78K is a 1972 Norton Commando, first registered on 25 July 1972.

Is EKN 78K safe to buy?

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