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VNP 584L

1973 Norton Commando

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

26,496 mi
Last recorded26,496 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2017
Typical for 1973 Norton Commando23,124 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVNP 584L
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1973
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2017 26,496 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 26,221 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 25,952 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 25,884 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 31 Oct 2012 25,739 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 26 Oct 2011 25,495 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 1 Oct 2010 25,254 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2010 25,211 miles

Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Front Lower Brake pipe excessively damaged (3.2.B2a)

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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VNP 584L is a 1973 Norton Commando in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 VNP 584L, 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 VNP 584L registered?

VNP 584L is a 1973 Norton Commando, first registered on 13 February 1973.

Is VNP 584L safe to buy?

The MOT history for VNP 584L shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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