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GVK 679K

1972 Norton Commando

Silver Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2017
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

1,175 mi
Last recorded1,175 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2016
Typical for 1972 Norton Commando24,704 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGVK 679K
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1972
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2016 1,175 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 521 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 2 May 2014 31 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2014 11 miles

Front wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.3.3a)

Nearside Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Rear suspension component loose (2.4.A.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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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GVK 679K is a 1972 Norton Commando in Silver with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1972 Norton Commando models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.2% with a typical mileage of 24,704 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 GVK 679K, 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 54 years old, this Norton Commando is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GVK 679K registered?

GVK 679K is a 1972 Norton Commando, first registered on 5 April 1972.

Is GVK 679K safe to buy?

The MOT history for GVK 679K shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GVK 679K have outstanding finance?

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