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RHV 33L

1973 Norton Commando 850

Orange Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2019
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

10,192 mi
Last recorded10,192 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2018
Typical for 1973 Norton Commando 85026,745 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRHV 33L
MakeNorton
ModelCommando 850
Year1973
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc
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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2018 10,192 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 8,972 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2012 8,608 miles

Centre Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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

Pass 12 Jun 2012 8,608 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2009 8,215 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2009 8,215 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 28 Jun 2006 8,182 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2006 8,182 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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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RHV 33L is a 1973 Norton Commando 850 in Orange with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 RHV 33L, 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 RHV 33L registered?

RHV 33L is a 1973 Norton Commando 850, first registered on 19 April 1973.

Is RHV 33L safe to buy?

The MOT history for RHV 33L shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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