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MCU 212K

1973 Norton Commando

Red Petrol 745cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

8,612 mi
Last recorded8,612 miles
Recorded on22 May 2013
Typical for 1973 Norton Commando23,124 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMCU 212K
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine745cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Fail 22 May 2013 8,612 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2013 8,612 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 8,444 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 8,429 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 7,450 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 6,840 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 20 Sep 2007 6,269 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2006 6,050 miles

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

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

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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MCU 212K is a 1973 Norton Commando in Red with a 745cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 MCU 212K, 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 MCU 212K registered?

MCU 212K is a 1973 Norton Commando, first registered on 14 February 1973.

Is MCU 212K safe to buy?

The MOT history for MCU 212K shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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