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UOA 196L

1997 Norton Commando

Black Petrol 920cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

8,110 mi
Last recorded8,110 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2016
Typical for 1997 Norton Commando10,538 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUOA 196L
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine920cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2016 8,110 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 8,108 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2010 8,108 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 8,034 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2009 8,034 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 23 Sep 2008 7,537 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 7,448 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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UOA 196L is a 1997 Norton Commando in Black with a 920cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1997 Norton Commando models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.4% with a typical mileage of 10,538 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 UOA 196L, 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 29 years old, this Norton Commando is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was UOA 196L registered?

UOA 196L is a 1997 Norton Commando, first registered on 20 June 1997.

Is UOA 196L safe to buy?

The MOT history for UOA 196L shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UOA 196L have outstanding finance?

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