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HOR 105L

1972 Norton Commando

Black Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

32,170 mi
Last recorded32,170 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2017
Typical for 1972 Norton Commando24,704 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHOR 105L
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1972
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2017 32,170 miles

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Pass 20 May 2016 31,403 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 30,656 miles
Fail 23 May 2015 30,634 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 11 Apr 2014 29,179 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 29,011 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 28,101 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 27,047 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2010 27,025 miles

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

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Pass 22 May 2009 25,925 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 24,743 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 23,384 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 18 May 2007 23,358 miles

Front Lower Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 28 Apr 2006 21,631 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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HOR 105L is a 1972 Norton Commando in Black with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 HOR 105L, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HOR 105L registered?

HOR 105L is a 1972 Norton Commando, first registered on 1 August 1972.

Is HOR 105L safe to buy?

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