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PLO 334L

1973 Norton Commando

Blue Petrol 745cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

19,621 mi
Last recorded19,621 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2015
Typical for 1973 Norton Commando23,124 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPLO 334L
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine745cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2015 19,621 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 19,000 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2014 19,000 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 4 Jul 2013 18,558 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2012 17,853 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 13 Jun 2012 17,853 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 16,995 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 15,542 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 14,574 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 14,210 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 10,796 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2006 9,925 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 1 Mar 2006 9,925 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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PLO 334L is a 1973 Norton Commando in Blue with a 745cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 PLO 334L, 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 PLO 334L registered?

PLO 334L is a 1973 Norton Commando, first registered on 30 July 1973.

Is PLO 334L safe to buy?

The MOT history for PLO 334L shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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