MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
65,261 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)
Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)
Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)
Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Horn control not functioning. (1.7.2b)
How Reliable is the Norton Commando?
Based on 13,398 MOT tests across 2,308 vehicles.
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SWA 39L is a 1972 Norton Commando in Black with a 745cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.
Across all 1972 Norton Commando models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.2% with a typical mileage of 24,704 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 SWA 39L, 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 54 years old, this Norton Commando is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was SWA 39L registered?
SWA 39L is a 1972 Norton Commando, first registered on 27 September 1972.
Is SWA 39L safe to buy?
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