MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
32,752 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)
Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)
Offside Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)
Rear Brake cable outer casing slightly damaged (3.2.A1b)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))
Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)
Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)
Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)
Offside Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)
Rear Brake cable outer casing slightly damaged (3.2.A1b)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
How Reliable is the Norton Commando?
Based on 13,398 MOT tests across 2,308 vehicles.
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HPN 54L is a 1973 Norton Commando in Yellow with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
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 HPN 54L, 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.
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What year was HPN 54L registered?
HPN 54L is a 1973 Norton Commando, first registered on 1 March 1973.
Is HPN 54L safe to buy?
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