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PKE 485L

1974 Norton Commando 750

Red Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2018
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,238 mi
Last recorded26,238 miles
Recorded on20 May 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPKE 485L
MakeNorton
ModelCommando 750
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc
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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 20 May 2017 26,238 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 25,017 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 24,484 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 22,869 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 21,176 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 18,958 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 16,812 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 16,402 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2008 15,212 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 13,276 miles

Nearside Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Offside Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 5 Aug 2006 10,394 miles

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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PKE 485L is a 1974 Norton Commando 750 in Red with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 PKE 485L, 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 52 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 PKE 485L registered?

PKE 485L is a 1974 Norton Commando 750, first registered on 1 April 1974.

Is PKE 485L safe to buy?

The MOT history for PKE 485L shows 11 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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