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KAR 85L

1972 Norton Commander

Black Petrol 745cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2016
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,736 mi
Last recorded14,736 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2015
Typical for 1972 Norton Commander24,116 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKAR 85L
MakeNorton
ModelCommander
Year1972
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine745cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 4 Jun 2015 14,736 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 13,108 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 11,548 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 11,517 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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KAR 85L is a 1972 Norton Commander in Black with a 745cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1972 Norton Commander models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 24,116 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 KAR 85L, 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 54 years old, this Norton Commander is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KAR 85L?

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What year was KAR 85L registered?

KAR 85L is a 1972 Norton Commander, first registered on 31 October 1972.

Is KAR 85L safe to buy?

The MOT history for KAR 85L shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KAR 85L have outstanding finance?

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