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OHC 250M

1973 Norton Commando

Black Petrol 828cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2011
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

9,265 mi
Last recorded9,265 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2010
Typical for 1973 Norton Commando23,124 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOHC 250M
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1973
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine828cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2010 9,265 miles

Rear shocks could be better

Fail 22 Apr 2010 9,265 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear shocks could be better

Pass 29 May 2007 7,857 miles
Fail 29 May 2007 7,857 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 13 Apr 2006 7,080 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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OHC 250M is a 1973 Norton Commando in Black with a 828cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 OHC 250M, 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 OHC 250M registered?

OHC 250M is a 1973 Norton Commando, first registered on 21 September 1973.

Is OHC 250M safe to buy?

The MOT history for OHC 250M shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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