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JOT 146L

1972 Norton Commando

Green Petrol 745cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2021
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

3,834 mi
Last recorded3,834 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2019
Typical for 1972 Norton Commando24,704 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJOT 146L
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine745cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2019 3,834 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 2,938 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2018 2,938 miles

Rear Wheel fixing loose (single fixing) (5.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2017 2,298 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 8,750 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 2,164 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 1,992 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 1,852 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 1,704 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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JOT 146L is a 1972 Norton Commando in Green with a 745cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 JOT 146L, 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.

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What year was JOT 146L registered?

JOT 146L is a 1972 Norton Commando, first registered on 11 September 1972.

Is JOT 146L safe to buy?

The MOT history for JOT 146L 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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