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BSS 196M

2009 Norton Commando 850

White Petrol 828cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

9,227 mi
Last recorded9,227 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBSS 196M
MakeNorton
ModelCommando 850
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine828cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2017 9,227 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 9,087 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 9,080 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2015 9,080 miles

Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

Pass 17 Mar 2014 8,840 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

oil leak at underside of engine area

Pass 26 Feb 2013 8,409 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 2 Mar 2012 7,721 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 2 Mar 2012 7,721 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear position lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.3c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 20 Jul 2010 7,648 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 7,478 miles

How Reliable is the Norton Commando 850?

Based on 845 MOT tests across 150 vehicles.

92.3%
Pass Rate
402
Miles/Year
53
Year Lifespan
150
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 4
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 3
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 2
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 2
Fuel system component insecure 2
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BSS 196M is a 2009 Norton Commando 850 in White with a 828cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

The most common reason a Norton Commando 850 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 4 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BSS 196M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Norton Commando 850 typically stays on UK roads for around 53 years. At 17 years old, this Norton Commando 850 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was BSS 196M registered?

BSS 196M is a 2009 Norton Commando 850, first registered on 1 August 2009.

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