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SUY 98L

1973 Norton Commando

Blue Petrol 745cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2021
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

31,619 mi
Last recorded31,619 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2020
Typical for 1973 Norton Commando23,124 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSUY 98L
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine745cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2020 31,619 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Wheel bearing has slight play Front (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 May 2019 30,042 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 27,201 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 25,176 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 23,667 miles

exhaust rubber cotton real rubbers perashing slightly

Pass 4 Jun 2015 23,301 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

rear mud gard mount rubber worn

Fail 4 Jun 2015 23,301 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

rear mud gard mount rubber worn

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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SUY 98L is a 1973 Norton Commando in Blue with a 745cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 SUY 98L, 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 SUY 98L registered?

SUY 98L is a 1973 Norton Commando, first registered on 6 February 1973.

Is SUY 98L safe to buy?

The MOT history for SUY 98L shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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