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EYF 961J

1971 Norton Commando

Green Petrol 754cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2016
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

4,998 mi
Last recorded4,998 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2015
Typical for 1971 Norton Commando18,625 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEYF 961J
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine754cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2015 4,998 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2015 4,998 miles

Rear Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 3 Jul 2014 4,938 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 4,500 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 4,288 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2010 4,275 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 15 Aug 2008 3,771 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 3,390 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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EYF 961J is a 1971 Norton Commando in Green with a 754cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1971 Norton Commando models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.5% with a typical mileage of 18,625 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 EYF 961J, 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 55 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 EYF 961J registered?

EYF 961J is a 1971 Norton Commando, first registered on 4 May 1971.

Is EYF 961J safe to buy?

The MOT history for EYF 961J shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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