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GBF 87N

1974 Norton Commando

Black Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2011
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

9,578 mi
Last recorded9,578 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2010
Typical for 1974 Norton Commando24,074 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGBF 87N
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1974
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 25 Sep 2010 9,578 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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GBF 87N is a 1974 Norton Commando in Black with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1974 Norton Commando models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.9% with a typical mileage of 24,074 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 GBF 87N, 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 52 years old, this Norton Commando is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GBF 87N registered?

GBF 87N is a 1974 Norton Commando, first registered on 18 December 1974.

Is GBF 87N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GBF 87N shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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