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OAB 186K

1972 Norton Commando

White Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

19,478 mi
Last recorded19,478 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2017
Typical for 1972 Norton Commando24,704 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOAB 186K
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2017 19,478 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 18,687 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 17,439 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 17,080 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 16,730 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 16,232 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2011 16,232 miles

Rear wheel spindle loose (2.4.A.2b)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 17 Jul 2010 15,482 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 15,157 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 21 Jun 2008 14,852 miles
Fail 10 May 2008 14,786 miles

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 5 May 2007 14,393 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 6 May 2006 13,878 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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OAB 186K is a 1972 Norton Commando in White with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 OAB 186K, 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 OAB 186K registered?

OAB 186K is a 1972 Norton Commando, first registered on 31 December 1972.

Is OAB 186K safe to buy?

The MOT history for OAB 186K shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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