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JNJ 685L

1973 Norton Commando

Blue Petrol 745cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,101 mi
Last recorded36,101 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2017
Typical for 1973 Norton Commando23,124 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJNJ 685L
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine745cc
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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 20 Sep 2017 36,101 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 35,749 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 35,670 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 35,563 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 35,429 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 35,340 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 35,188 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 34,974 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 34,862 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2008 34,716 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2007 34,686 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 34,633 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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JNJ 685L is a 1973 Norton Commando in Blue with a 745cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 JNJ 685L, 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 JNJ 685L registered?

JNJ 685L is a 1973 Norton Commando, first registered on 17 April 1973.

Is JNJ 685L safe to buy?

The MOT history for JNJ 685L shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JNJ 685L have outstanding finance?

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