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UYC 72M

1973 Norton Comando

Blue Petrol 745cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2014
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

29,300 mi
Last recorded29,300 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2013
Typical for 1973 Norton Comando27,149 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUYC 72M
MakeNorton
ModelComando
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine745cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2013 29,300 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2013 29,300 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

How Reliable is the Norton Comando?

Based on 1,052 MOT tests across 164 vehicles.

93.2%
Pass Rate
338
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
164
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 4
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 3
Direction indicators not working 3
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 2
Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 2
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UYC 72M is a 1973 Norton Comando in Blue with a 745cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1973 Norton Comando models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.1% with a typical mileage of 27,149 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 Comando fails its MOT is roller brake test the less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%., accounting for 4 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UYC 72M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Norton Comando typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 53 years old, this Norton Comando is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was UYC 72M registered?

UYC 72M is a 1973 Norton Comando, first registered on 6 November 1973.

Is UYC 72M safe to buy?

The MOT history for UYC 72M shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UYC 72M have outstanding finance?

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