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MK02 COM

2002 Norton Commando

Red Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

14,489 mi
Last recorded14,489 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2025
Typical for 2002 Norton Commando12,749 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK02 COM
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2025 14,489 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2024 14,436 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2023 13,843 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2022 13,182 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 12,803 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2020 12,249 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit On 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Feb 2019 11,785 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 11,082 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 10,726 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 10,435 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2015 9,517 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 8,965 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 8 Aug 2012 7,504 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 11 Aug 2011 6,172 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 3,912 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2010 3,910 miles

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 24 Aug 2005 3,902 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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MK02 COM is a 2002 Norton Commando in Red with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2002 Norton Commando models, the average MOT pass rate is 96.2% with a typical mileage of 12,749 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 MK02 COM, 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 24 years old, this Norton Commando is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MK02 COM registered?

MK02 COM is a 2002 Norton Commando, first registered on 1 April 2002.

Is MK02 COM safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK02 COM shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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