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KNK 40L

1972 Norton Commander

Black Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

26,239 mi
Last recorded26,239 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2017
Typical for 1972 Norton Commander24,116 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKNK 40L
MakeNorton
ModelCommander
Year1972
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2017 26,239 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 26,158 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 26,085 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2008 25,750 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 17 Jul 2008 25,750 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 25,278 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 23,292 miles

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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KNK 40L is a 1972 Norton Commander in Black with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 KNK 40L, 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 KNK 40L?

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What year was KNK 40L registered?

KNK 40L is a 1972 Norton Commander, first registered on 20 November 1972.

Is KNK 40L safe to buy?

The MOT history for KNK 40L shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KNK 40L have outstanding finance?

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