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PKE 422L

1973 Norton Commando 850

Black Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

517 mi
Last recorded517 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2013
Typical for 1973 Norton Commando 85026,745 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPKE 422L
MakeNorton
ModelCommando 850
Year1973
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2013 517 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2012 503 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 469 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2010 461 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2010 461 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 454 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2008 444 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2007 428 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2006 299 miles

How Reliable is the Norton Commando 850?

Based on 845 MOT tests across 150 vehicles.

92.3%
Pass Rate
402
Miles/Year
53
Year Lifespan
150
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 4
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 3
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 2
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 2
Fuel system component insecure 2
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PKE 422L is a 1973 Norton Commando 850 in Black with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1973 Norton Commando 850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.3% with a typical mileage of 26,745 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 850 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 4 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PKE 422L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Norton Commando 850 typically stays on UK roads for around 53 years. At 53 years old, this Norton Commando 850 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PKE 422L registered?

PKE 422L is a 1973 Norton Commando 850, first registered on 31 December 1973.

Is PKE 422L safe to buy?

The MOT history for PKE 422L shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PKE 422L have outstanding finance?

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