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SUV 44N

1974 Norton Commando

Black Petrol 828cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

11,606 mi
Last recorded11,606 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2012
Typical for 1974 Norton Commando24,074 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSUV 44N
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1974
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine828cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2012 11,606 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 11,506 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 11,343 miles
Fail 1 May 2010 11,343 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Front Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Front Front wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.3.3a)

Pass 25 Apr 2009 10,753 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2006 9,612 miles

Rear Brake pedal is inoperative (3.1.3c)

Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Pass 5 Dec 2006 9,612 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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SUV 44N is a 1974 Norton Commando in Black with a 828cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 SUV 44N, 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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What year was SUV 44N registered?

SUV 44N is a 1974 Norton Commando, first registered on 9 August 1974.

Is SUV 44N safe to buy?

The MOT history for SUV 44N shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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