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TBG 824L

1973 Norton Commando

Black Petrol 745cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2017
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

32,453 mi
Last recorded32,453 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2016
Typical for 1973 Norton Commando23,124 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTBG 824L
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1973
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine745cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 7 Oct 2016 32,453 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 9 Oct 2015 32,298 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 32,187 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 31,927 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 31,744 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 31,465 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 31,197 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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TBG 824L is a 1973 Norton Commando in Black with a 745cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 TBG 824L, 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 TBG 824L registered?

TBG 824L is a 1973 Norton Commando, first registered on 5 January 1973.

Is TBG 824L safe to buy?

The MOT history for TBG 824L shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TBG 824L have outstanding finance?

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