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SPW 30N

1974 Norton Commando

Black Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

38,675 mi
Last recorded38,675 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2018
Typical for 1974 Norton Commando24,074 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSPW 30N
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1974
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2018 38,675 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016 38,636 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 38,636 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 38,578 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2014 38,578 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 30 May 2013 38,535 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 1 Jun 2012 38,434 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 38,390 miles

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

Fail 24 May 2011 38,390 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 11 May 2010 38,036 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 37,341 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 36,488 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 36,107 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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SPW 30N is a 1974 Norton Commando in Black with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 SPW 30N, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SPW 30N?

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What year was SPW 30N registered?

SPW 30N is a 1974 Norton Commando, first registered on 1 August 1974.

Is SPW 30N safe to buy?

The MOT history for SPW 30N shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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