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MTD 23K

1972 Norton Commando

Black Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

30,220 mi
Last recorded30,220 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2017
Typical for 1972 Norton Commando24,704 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMTD 23K
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1972
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2017 30,220 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 30,130 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2016 30,130 miles

Horn missing (1.7.1)

Pass 24 Mar 2015 30,070 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 29,821 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 29,147 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 28,163 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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MTD 23K is a 1972 Norton Commando in Black with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 MTD 23K, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MTD 23K registered?

MTD 23K is a 1972 Norton Commando, first registered on 10 March 1972.

Is MTD 23K safe to buy?

The MOT history for MTD 23K shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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