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PJN 548M

1974 Norton Commando

Black Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

3,751 mi
Last recorded3,751 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2011
Typical for 1974 Norton Commando24,074 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJN 548M
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1974
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2011 3,751 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 3,751 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 3,751 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 22 May 2008 3,751 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 1 Jun 2007 3,699 miles
Fail 24 May 2007 3,683 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 10 May 2006 3,650 miles
Fail 10 May 2006 3,650 miles

Rear position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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PJN 548M is a 1974 Norton Commando in Black with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1974 Norton Commando models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.9% with a typical mileage of 24,074 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 PJN 548M, 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 52 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 PJN 548M registered?

PJN 548M is a 1974 Norton Commando, first registered on 13 March 1974.

Is PJN 548M safe to buy?

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