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HPN 55L

1973 Norton Commando

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2018
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

10,376 mi
Last recorded10,376 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2017
Typical for 1973 Norton Commando23,124 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHPN 55L
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1973
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2017 10,376 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2017 10,376 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 27 Apr 2016 8,871 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2015 6,107 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 29 Apr 2015 6,107 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 28 Apr 2014 3,136 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 1,239 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2013 1,239 miles

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 6 Apr 2012 38,432 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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HPN 55L is a 1973 Norton Commando in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 HPN 55L, 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.

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What year was HPN 55L registered?

HPN 55L is a 1973 Norton Commando, first registered on 1 March 1973.

Is HPN 55L safe to buy?

The MOT history for HPN 55L 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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