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XJB 399L

1988 Norton Commando

Red Petrol 828cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2014
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

9,473 mi
Last recorded9,473 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2013
Typical for 1988 Norton Commando19,937 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXJB 399L
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine828cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2013 9,473 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 27 Jul 2013 9,473 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.1a)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 7 Jul 2012 9,453 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 12 May 2012 9,453 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Front tyre slightly under inflated

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 28 May 2011 9,320 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 14 Jun 2008 9,166 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Very slight binding on front brake.

Pass 14 Jun 2008 9,166 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Very slight binding on front brake.

Pass 2 Mar 2007 9,134 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2005 9,064 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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XJB 399L is a 1988 Norton Commando in Red with a 828cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1988 Norton Commando models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.1% with a typical mileage of 19,937 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 XJB 399L, 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 38 years old, this Norton Commando is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was XJB 399L registered?

XJB 399L is a 1988 Norton Commando, first registered on 5 September 1988.

Is XJB 399L safe to buy?

The MOT history for XJB 399L shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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