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FBO 353L

1974 Norton Commando

Yellow Petrol 745cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2018
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,106 mi
Last recorded28,106 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2017
Typical for 1974 Norton Commando24,074 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFBO 353L
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1974
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine745cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 2 Sep 2017 28,106 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 27,865 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 23 Jul 2015 27,674 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 27,534 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 27,275 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 27,069 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 10 Feb 2010 26,912 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 26,662 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2007 76,503 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 26,160 miles

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

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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FBO 353L is a 1974 Norton Commando in Yellow with a 745cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1974 Norton Commando models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.9% with a typical mileage of 24,074 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 FBO 353L, 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 52 years old, this Norton Commando is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FBO 353L registered?

FBO 353L is a 1974 Norton Commando, first registered on 1 January 1974.

Is FBO 353L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FBO 353L shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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