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YJL 157L

2011 Norton Commando 850

Black Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2023
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

2,955 mi
Last recorded2,955 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2022
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJL 157L
MakeNorton
ModelCommando 850
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2022 2,955 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 2,915 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2020 2,906 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit strong advise (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 1 Dec 2018 2,868 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2017 2,811 miles

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

Pass 24 Dec 2016 2,569 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 11,335 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 14 Dec 2012 11,335 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 12 Sep 2011 158 miles

How Reliable is the Norton Commando 850?

Based on 845 MOT tests across 150 vehicles.

92.3%
Pass Rate
402
Miles/Year
53
Year Lifespan
150
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 4
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 3
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 2
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 2
Fuel system component insecure 2
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YJL 157L is a 2011 Norton Commando 850 in Black with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

The most common reason a Norton Commando 850 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 4 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YJL 157L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Norton Commando 850 typically stays on UK roads for around 53 years. At 15 years old, this Norton Commando 850 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was YJL 157L registered?

YJL 157L is a 2011 Norton Commando 850, first registered on 19 September 2011.

Is YJL 157L safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJL 157L shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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