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MAO 186L

1973 Norton Comando

Black Petrol 828cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2017
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

52,230 mi
Last recorded52,230 miles
Recorded on24 May 2016
Typical for 1973 Norton Comando27,149 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMAO 186L
MakeNorton
ModelComando
Year1973
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine828cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 May 2016 52,230 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 51,969 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 22 May 2013 51,564 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 51,155 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2012 51,155 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

Pass 26 May 2011 51,052 miles

How Reliable is the Norton Comando?

Based on 1,052 MOT tests across 164 vehicles.

93.2%
Pass Rate
338
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
164
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 4
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 3
Direction indicators not working 3
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 2
Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 2
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MAO 186L is a 1973 Norton Comando in Black with a 828cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1973 Norton Comando models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.1% with a typical mileage of 27,149 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 Comando fails its MOT is roller brake test the less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%., accounting for 4 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MAO 186L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Norton Comando typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 53 years old, this Norton Comando is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MAO 186L registered?

MAO 186L is a 1973 Norton Comando, first registered on 17 July 1973.

Is MAO 186L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MAO 186L shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MAO 186L have outstanding finance?

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