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POW 394M

1974 Norton Commando

Red Petrol 828cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

53,008 mi
Last recorded53,008 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2016
Typical for 1974 Norton Commando24,074 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPOW 394M
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine828cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2016 53,008 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 11 Aug 2014 52,897 miles

slight play in front engine mount

Pass 10 Jul 2013 52,723 miles

Oil leak

slight play front engine mount

unable to check fork sliders gaiters fitted

Pass 25 Jun 2012 52,434 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

unable to check front fork sliders gaiters fitted

Pass 14 Jul 2011 51,999 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 16 Jun 2011 51,983 miles

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Plate brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.B1a)

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

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

unable to check fork sliders gaiters fitted

Pass 18 Jun 2010 51,300 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

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

unable to check front fork sliders fully gaiters fitted

Pass 18 Jun 2009 51,109 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Jun 2009 51,109 miles

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

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 6 Jun 2008 50,687 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 50,356 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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POW 394M is a 1974 Norton Commando in Red with a 828cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1974 Norton Commando models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.9% with a typical mileage of 24,074 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 POW 394M, 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 52 years old, this Norton Commando is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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POW 394M is a 1974 Norton Commando, first registered on 19 March 1974.

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