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JNV 56L

1973 Norton Commando

Black Petrol 745cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

5,405 mi
Last recorded5,405 miles
Recorded on24 May 2019
Typical for 1973 Norton Commando23,124 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJNV 56L
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1973
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine745cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 May 2019 5,405 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 5,192 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 4,655 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2016 4,019 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 3,401 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 2,926 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 2,679 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2011 2,487 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2010 2,391 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2009 2,254 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2008 1,704 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 20 Sep 2008 1,704 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 1,564 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2006 12,911 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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JNV 56L is a 1973 Norton Commando in Black with a 745cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 JNV 56L, 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 JNV 56L registered?

JNV 56L is a 1973 Norton Commando, first registered on 5 March 1973.

Is JNV 56L safe to buy?

The MOT history for JNV 56L shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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