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FTC 23J

1971 Norton Commando

Black Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2019
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

861 mi
Last recorded861 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2018
Typical for 1971 Norton Commando18,625 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFTC 23J
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1971
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 21 Jun 2018 861 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 838 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Oil leak

light cracking front tyre side wall

Pass 26 Jun 2009 813 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 799 miles

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

numberplate is in poor condition

Pass 23 Jun 2007 747 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 618 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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FTC 23J is a 1971 Norton Commando in Black with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests 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 FTC 23J, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FTC 23J registered?

FTC 23J is a 1971 Norton Commando, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is FTC 23J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FTC 23J shows 6 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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