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SYX 164M

1974 Norton Commando

Black Petrol 828cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2017
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

33,382 mi
Last recorded33,382 miles
Recorded on17 May 2016
Typical for 1974 Norton Commando24,074 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSYX 164M
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1974
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine828cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 May 2016 33,382 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 33,015 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2014 33,014 miles

Indicator switch defective (1.5.4)

Pass 21 Sep 2009 32,994 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2009 32,992 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 12 Jul 2008 32,976 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 32,941 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2007 32,941 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 22 Jul 2006 32,758 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2006 32,754 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Rear Upper Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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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SYX 164M is a 1974 Norton Commando in Black with a 828cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 SYX 164M, 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

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What year was SYX 164M registered?

SYX 164M is a 1974 Norton Commando, first registered on 22 February 1974.

Is SYX 164M safe to buy?

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