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OHV 271K

1972 Norton Commando

Black Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2018
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,799 mi
Last recorded7,799 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2017
Typical for 1972 Norton Commando24,704 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOHV 271K
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1972
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 25 Jul 2017 7,799 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 7,635 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2013 7,578 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 7,562 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2010 6,858 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 5,903 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 4,048 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 2,387 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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OHV 271K is a 1972 Norton Commando in Black with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 OHV 271K, 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 OHV 271K registered?

OHV 271K is a 1972 Norton Commando, first registered on 22 June 1972.

Is OHV 271K safe to buy?

The MOT history for OHV 271K shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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