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PLT 271L

1973 Norton Commando

Black Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

9,512 mi
Last recorded9,512 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2017
Typical for 1973 Norton Commando23,124 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPLT 271L
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1973
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2017 9,512 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 9,005 miles
Fail 18 May 2016 9,005 miles

Rear wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.4.A.2b)

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

Pass 30 Jul 2014 8,739 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 8,510 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2012 6,701 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 6,325 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Fail 28 Jan 2011 6,325 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Front Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 7 Oct 2009 6,290 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2005 5,832 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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PLT 271L is a 1973 Norton Commando in Black with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 PLT 271L, 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 PLT 271L registered?

PLT 271L is a 1973 Norton Commando, first registered on 21 June 1973.

Is PLT 271L safe to buy?

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