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MLY 49L

1973 Norton Commando

Silver Petrol 745cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2019
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,180 mi
Last recorded54,180 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2018
Typical for 1973 Norton Commando23,124 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMLY 49L
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1973
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine745cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 26 Mar 2018 54,180 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 52,464 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 52,048 miles

front tyre perished

front wheel bearing slight play

swing arm slight play

Pass 28 Jul 2014 49,213 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 30 Jul 2013 45,572 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 43,851 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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MLY 49L is a 1973 Norton Commando in Silver with a 745cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 MLY 49L, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MLY 49L registered?

MLY 49L is a 1973 Norton Commando, first registered on 9 February 1973.

Is MLY 49L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MLY 49L shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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