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JRF 50N

1975 Norton Commando

Red Petrol 828cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2015
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

49,844 mi
Last recorded49,844 miles
Recorded on2 May 2014
Typical for 1975 Norton Commando20,608 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJRF 50N
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1975
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine828cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 May 2014 49,844 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 7 May 2011 48,997 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 28 Apr 2010 47,520 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)

Pass 28 Apr 2010 47,520 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 45,994 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2009 45,984 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control creeps under load. (3.1.4a)

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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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JRF 50N is a 1975 Norton Commando in Red with a 828cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1975 Norton Commando models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.0% with a typical mileage of 20,608 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 JRF 50N, 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 51 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 JRF 50N registered?

JRF 50N is a 1975 Norton Commando, first registered on 20 May 1975.

Is JRF 50N safe to buy?

The MOT history for JRF 50N shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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