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XWT 23L

1997 Norton Commando 750

Black Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

14,118 mi
Last recorded14,118 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2015
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXWT 23L
MakeNorton
ModelCommando 750
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2015 14,118 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 14,084 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 14,000 miles

both tyres in poor condition

Pass 24 May 2011 13,574 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 13,572 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 13,522 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 13,517 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2007 13,517 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Offside Front Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 16 May 2006 13,465 miles

How Reliable is the Norton Commando 750?

Based on 892 MOT tests across 155 vehicles.

91.1%
Pass Rate
264
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
155
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

suspension bush has excessive free play 5
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 4
Horn not working 4
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 3
Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system 3
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XWT 23L is a 1997 Norton Commando 750 in Black with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

The most common reason a Norton Commando 750 fails its MOT is suspension bush has excessive free play, accounting for 5 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XWT 23L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Norton Commando 750 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 29 years old, this Norton Commando 750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was XWT 23L registered?

XWT 23L is a 1997 Norton Commando 750, first registered on 1 April 1997.

Is XWT 23L safe to buy?

The MOT history for XWT 23L shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XWT 23L have outstanding finance?

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