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XUK 806M

1974 Norton Commando

Red Petrol 828cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

33,625 mi
Last recorded33,625 miles
Recorded on24 May 2017
Typical for 1974 Norton Commando24,074 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXUK 806M
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine828cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 May 2017 33,625 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 33,030 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Exhaust mounting deteriorated. loose (7.1.1.c)

Pass 22 May 2015 32,389 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 31,320 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 30,510 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 30,054 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 5 Jun 2010 29,221 miles

Very slight binding rear brake.

Fail 4 Jun 2010 29,218 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Very slight binding rear brake.

Pass 23 Apr 2009 27,097 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 9 Jul 2007 26,958 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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XUK 806M is a 1974 Norton Commando in Red with a 828cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1974 Norton Commando models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.9% with a typical mileage of 24,074 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 XUK 806M, 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 52 years old, this Norton Commando is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was XUK 806M registered?

XUK 806M is a 1974 Norton Commando, first registered on 1 April 1974.

Is XUK 806M safe to buy?

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