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JGG 898L

1973 Norton Commando

Black Petrol 828cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

20,478 mi
Last recorded20,478 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2016
Typical for 1973 Norton Commando23,124 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJGG 898L
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1973
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine828cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2016 20,478 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 20,339 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 20,311 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 20,071 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 19,784 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 19,409 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2008 19,404 miles

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

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

Pass 2 Apr 2007 18,534 miles

Offside Rear Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)

Pass 4 Apr 2006 17,253 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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JGG 898L is a 1973 Norton Commando in Black with a 828cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 JGG 898L, 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 JGG 898L registered?

JGG 898L is a 1973 Norton Commando, first registered on 8 June 1973.

Is JGG 898L safe to buy?

The MOT history for JGG 898L shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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