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FPV 145J

1993 Norton Commando

Red Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2014
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

32,935 mi
Last recorded32,935 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2013
Typical for 1993 Norton Commando16,307 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFPV 145J
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2013 32,935 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2013 32,851 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 12 Aug 2011 32,751 miles

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 5 Aug 2010 32,135 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 32,118 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2008 32,110 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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

Offside Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 11 Aug 2006 30,893 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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FPV 145J is a 1993 Norton Commando in Red with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1993 Norton Commando models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.8% with a typical mileage of 16,307 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 FPV 145J, 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 33 years old, this Norton Commando is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FPV 145J registered?

FPV 145J is a 1993 Norton Commando, first registered on 7 July 1993.

Is FPV 145J safe to buy?

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