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EPN 320K

1972 Norton Commando

Green Petrol 588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

52,979 mi
Last recorded52,979 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2018
Typical for 1972 Norton Commando24,704 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEPN 320K
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine588cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2018 52,979 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 48,520 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2017 48,520 miles

Central Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 28 Mar 2016 41,198 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2016 41,198 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 8 Apr 2015 36,988 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 24 Mar 2014 36,988 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 36,988 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2013 36,988 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 30 Mar 2012 36,988 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 16 Mar 2011 35,713 miles

Centre Rear Upper Registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 Mar 2011 35,713 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2010 33,842 miles

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

Fail 27 Mar 2009 29,867 miles

Centre Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 27 Mar 2009 29,867 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 25,484 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 23,816 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 23,763 miles

rear swing arm bushes have slight play in rubber mounts

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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EPN 320K is a 1972 Norton Commando in Green with a 588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 EPN 320K, 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 EPN 320K registered?

EPN 320K is a 1972 Norton Commando, first registered on 7 July 1972.

Is EPN 320K safe to buy?

The MOT history for EPN 320K shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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