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FMW 344J

1971 Norton Commando

Red Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2019
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,232 mi
Last recorded19,232 miles
Recorded on19 May 2018
Typical for 1971 Norton Commando18,625 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFMW 344J
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 19 May 2018 19,232 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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FMW 344J is a 1971 Norton Commando in Red with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Norton Commando models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.5% with a typical mileage of 18,625 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 FMW 344J, 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 55 years old, this Norton Commando is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FMW 344J registered?

FMW 344J is a 1971 Norton Commando, first registered on 31 December 1971.

Is FMW 344J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FMW 344J shows 1 test 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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