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PGW 553L

1973 Norton Commando

Black Petrol 828cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2018
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

9,349 mi
Last recorded9,349 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2017
Typical for 1973 Norton Commando23,124 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPGW 553L
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1973
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine828cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 6 Apr 2017 9,349 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 9,002 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 8,904 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 8,772 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 8,234 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 7,998 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 7,028 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 6,284 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 2,621 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2008 22,613 miles

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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PGW 553L is a 1973 Norton Commando in Black with a 828cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 PGW 553L, 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 PGW 553L registered?

PGW 553L is a 1973 Norton Commando, first registered on 18 June 1973.

Is PGW 553L safe to buy?

The MOT history for PGW 553L shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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