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UDV 43J

1971 Norton Commando

Yellow Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

70,737 mi
Last recorded70,737 miles
Recorded on16 May 2017
Typical for 1971 Norton Commando18,625 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUDV 43J
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2017 70,737 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 69,755 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 68,401 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 67,327 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 66,138 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 64,480 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 62,700 miles
Fail 14 May 2011 62,700 miles

Front wheel has a loose wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a)

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 24 May 2010 61,232 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 60,110 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 58,700 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 57,480 miles

Nearside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 3 May 2006 55,855 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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UDV 43J is a 1971 Norton Commando in Yellow with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1971 Norton Commando models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.5% with a typical mileage of 18,625 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 UDV 43J, 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 55 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 UDV 43J registered?

UDV 43J is a 1971 Norton Commando, first registered on 1 March 1971.

Is UDV 43J safe to buy?

The MOT history for UDV 43J shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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