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JYV 89K

1972 Norton Commando

Black Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

38,607 mi
Last recorded38,607 miles
Recorded on5 May 2018
Typical for 1972 Norton Commando24,704 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJYV 89K
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1972
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 May 2018 38,607 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 38,354 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 29 Apr 2017 38,306 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 14 May 2016 38,021 miles

Front brake sticking slightly

Pass 16 May 2015 37,535 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 36,375 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 35,629 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

rear brake slightly binding

Fail 20 Apr 2013 35,583 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

L/h silencer mount slightly perished

R/h silencer mount slightly perished

Pass 26 Apr 2012 35,174 miles

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 9 Apr 2011 34,699 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2011 34,699 miles

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Pass 28 Apr 2010 33,653 miles

front tyre slightly perished

Pass 14 Mar 2009 33,019 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Front footrest rubbers slightly insecure

Fail 14 Mar 2009 33,019 miles

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Front footrest rubbers slightly insecure

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 15 Mar 2008 31,646 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 24 Mar 2007 30,541 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 29,467 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2006 29,421 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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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JYV 89K is a 1972 Norton Commando in Black with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 JYV 89K, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JYV 89K registered?

JYV 89K is a 1972 Norton Commando, first registered on 27 April 1972.

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