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F742 FEA

1989 Norton Commander

White Petrol 588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

9,251 mi
Last recorded9,251 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2015
Typical for 1989 Norton Commander42,657 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF742 FEA
MakeNorton
ModelCommander
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine588cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2015 9,251 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 9,078 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 8,490 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 7,172 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 5,847 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 12 May 2009 4,104 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 12 May 2009 4,104 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 2,080 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 99,281 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 97,231 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

How Reliable is the Norton Commander?

Based on 2,220 MOT tests across 318 vehicles.

92.3%
Pass Rate
547
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
318
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
Horn not working 6
suspension bush has excessive free play 5
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 4
Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp 4
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F742 FEA is a 1989 Norton Commander in White with a 588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1989 Norton Commander models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.3% with a typical mileage of 42,657 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 Commander fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F742 FEA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Norton Commander typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 37 years old, this Norton Commander is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F742 FEA registered?

F742 FEA is a 1989 Norton Commander, first registered on 1 April 1989.

Is F742 FEA safe to buy?

The MOT history for F742 FEA shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F742 FEA have outstanding finance?

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