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MPB 290K

1972 Norton Commando

Black Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

347 mi
Last recorded347 miles
Recorded on29 May 2017
Typical for 1972 Norton Commando24,704 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMPB 290K
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1972
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2017 347 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 238 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 19 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 777 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 665 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 11 Aug 2010 665 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 14 Aug 2009 422 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 13 Aug 2008 418 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2008 418 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 30 Jul 2007 412 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2007 412 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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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MPB 290K is a 1972 Norton Commando in Black with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 MPB 290K, 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.

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What year was MPB 290K registered?

MPB 290K is a 1972 Norton Commando, first registered on 4 July 1972.

Is MPB 290K safe to buy?

The MOT history for MPB 290K shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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