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NCL 88L

1973 Norton Commando

Red Petrol 745cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2013
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

29,786 mi
Last recorded29,786 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2012
Typical for 1973 Norton Commando23,124 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNCL 88L
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine745cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2012 29,786 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2012 29,786 miles

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Rear Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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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NCL 88L is a 1973 Norton Commando in Red with a 745cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 NCL 88L, 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

How do I check the history of NCL 88L?

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What year was NCL 88L registered?

NCL 88L is a 1973 Norton Commando, first registered on 12 June 1973.

Is NCL 88L safe to buy?

The MOT history for NCL 88L shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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