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NEB 513M

1973 Norton Commando 750

Red Petrol 745cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

14,123 mi
Last recorded14,123 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2016
Typical for 1973 Norton Commando 75023,956 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNEB 513M
MakeNorton
ModelCommando 750
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine745cc
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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2016 14,123 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 13,596 miles

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 9 Sep 2014 12,857 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 7 Sep 2013 12,535 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2012 12,198 miles

play in swingarm bushes

rear spoke bent

Fail 4 Sep 2012 12,198 miles

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

rear spoke bent

Pass 1 Apr 2011 11,096 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)

Fail 31 Mar 2011 11,096 miles

Horn missing (1.7.1)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)

Pass 13 Mar 2010 10,466 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 5 Mar 2009 9,957 miles

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Rear reflector damaged but function not impaired (1.4.2a)

Fail 3 Mar 2009 9,957 miles

Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Fuel cap sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.2c) DANGEROUS

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Rear reflector damaged but function not impaired (1.4.2a)

Pass 18 Sep 2007 9,360 miles

Oil leak

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

How Reliable is the Norton Commando 750?

Based on 892 MOT tests across 155 vehicles.

91.1%
Pass Rate
264
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
155
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

suspension bush has excessive free play 5
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 4
Horn not working 4
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 3
Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system 3
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NEB 513M is a 1973 Norton Commando 750 in Red with a 745cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1973 Norton Commando 750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 23,956 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 750 fails its MOT is suspension bush has excessive free play, accounting for 5 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NEB 513M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Norton Commando 750 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 53 years old, this Norton Commando 750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was NEB 513M registered?

NEB 513M is a 1973 Norton Commando 750, first registered on 9 October 1973.

Is NEB 513M safe to buy?

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