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PLA 456L

1973 Norton Commando

Yellow Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

28,349 mi
Last recorded28,349 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2016
Typical for 1973 Norton Commando23,124 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPLA 456L
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1973
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2016 28,349 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 24,724 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 22,630 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 20,505 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2011 17,975 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 28,917 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2009 93,817 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 3 May 2008 18,459 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 16,681 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 13,642 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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PLA 456L is a 1973 Norton Commando in Yellow with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 PLA 456L, 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

How do I check the history of PLA 456L?

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What year was PLA 456L registered?

PLA 456L is a 1973 Norton Commando, first registered on 17 April 1973.

Is PLA 456L safe to buy?

The MOT history for PLA 456L shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PLA 456L have outstanding finance?

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