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HDF 93L

1973 Norton Commando

Black Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

39,941 mi
Last recorded39,941 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2017
Typical for 1973 Norton Commando23,124 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHDF 93L
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1973
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2017 39,941 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2017 39,940 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 21 Jun 2016 39,443 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2016 39,443 miles

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

Nearside Exhaust excessively deteriorated exhaust mount cottonreels perished (7.1.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 12 Jun 2015 38,798 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 38,152 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 37,561 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 36,710 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2008 36,141 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 28 Apr 2008 36,141 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 34,947 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2005 34,521 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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HDF 93L is a 1973 Norton Commando in Black with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1973 Norton Commando models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.4% with a typical mileage of 23,124 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 HDF 93L, 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 53 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 HDF 93L registered?

HDF 93L is a 1973 Norton Commando, first registered on 3 July 1973.

Is HDF 93L safe to buy?

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