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ORA 443M

1973 Norton Commando

Black Petrol 828cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

48,604 mi
Last recorded48,604 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2018
Typical for 1973 Norton Commando23,124 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationORA 443M
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1973
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine828cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2018 48,604 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 15 Aug 2017 45,532 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 42,453 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 40,282 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 36,126 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2014 32,963 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 30,421 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 28,086 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 26,072 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 24,448 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 22,690 miles

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 20 Sep 2007 21,115 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2007 21,113 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Rear Brake cable outer casing slightly damaged (3.2.A1b)

no indicators fitted attime of test

Pass 31 Oct 2005 20,339 miles

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

left hand bar grip slightly loose

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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ORA 443M is a 1973 Norton Commando in Black with a 828cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 ORA 443M, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ORA 443M registered?

ORA 443M is a 1973 Norton Commando, first registered on 22 August 1973.

Is ORA 443M safe to buy?

The MOT history for ORA 443M shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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