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OCG 119L

1973 Norton Commando

Blue Petrol 828cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

12,361 mi
Last recorded12,361 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2018
Typical for 1973 Norton Commando23,124 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOCG 119L
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine828cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2018 12,361 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 12,232 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 22 Mar 2016 12,160 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 11,764 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 11,411 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 11,354 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 22 Sep 2011 11,309 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 18 Jun 2010 11,279 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 11,206 miles
Fail 22 May 2008 11,082 miles

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

Rear Brake back plate(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Pass 22 May 2008 11,082 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2007 11,075 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Nov 2006 10,872 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Stop lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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OCG 119L is a 1973 Norton Commando in Blue with a 828cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 OCG 119L, 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 OCG 119L registered?

OCG 119L is a 1973 Norton Commando, first registered on 18 June 1973.

Is OCG 119L safe to buy?

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