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FWW 270L

1991 Norton Commando

Black Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

17,859 mi
Last recorded17,859 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2017
Typical for 1991 Norton Commando24,110 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFWW 270L
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2017 17,859 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 19 Apr 2017 17,859 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 8 Apr 2016 17,713 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2016 17,713 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 22 Apr 2014 17,444 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 17,181 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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

Pass 30 Nov 2011 16,858 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2006 16,857 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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FWW 270L is a 1991 Norton Commando in Black with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1991 Norton Commando models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.7% with a typical mileage of 24,110 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 FWW 270L, 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 35 years old, this Norton Commando is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of FWW 270L?

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What year was FWW 270L registered?

FWW 270L is a 1991 Norton Commando, first registered on 1 March 1991.

Is FWW 270L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FWW 270L shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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