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URK 212M

1973 Norton Commando

Red Petrol 828cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

90,053 mi
Last recorded90,053 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2018
Typical for 1973 Norton Commando23,124 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationURK 212M
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine828cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2018 90,053 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 89,878 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2017 89,878 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 5 Jul 2016 89,681 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 89,388 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2015 89,388 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 8 Jul 2014 89,070 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 88,824 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 88,252 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 87,635 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 87,304 miles
Fail 1 May 2009 86,197 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2009 86,197 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 85,512 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2006 83,789 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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URK 212M is a 1973 Norton Commando in Red with a 828cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1973 Norton Commando models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.4% with a typical mileage of 23,124 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 URK 212M, 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 53 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 URK 212M registered?

URK 212M is a 1973 Norton Commando, first registered on 13 November 1973.

Is URK 212M safe to buy?

The MOT history for URK 212M shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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