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FKD 61L

1973 Norton Commando

Black Petrol 745cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2019
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

8,951 mi
Last recorded8,951 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2018
Typical for 1973 Norton Commando23,124 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFKD 61L
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1973
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine745cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2018 8,951 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 28 Jul 2017 8,503 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Rear swingarm has slight free play

Pass 27 Jul 2016 7,954 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 27 Jun 2015 7,624 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 7,214 miles
Fail 11 May 2007 7,183 miles

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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FKD 61L is a 1973 Norton Commando in Black with a 745cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1973 Norton Commando models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.4% with a typical mileage of 23,124 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 FKD 61L, 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 53 years old, this Norton Commando is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of FKD 61L?

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What year was FKD 61L registered?

FKD 61L is a 1973 Norton Commando, first registered on 24 January 1973.

Is FKD 61L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FKD 61L shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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