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GPA 287J

1971 Norton Commando

Yellow Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

4,095 mi
Last recorded4,095 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2017
Typical for 1971 Norton Commando18,625 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGPA 287J
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2017 4,095 miles

drive chain slightly loose

Pass 10 Feb 2016 4,025 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2015 3,722 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

both tyres very low pressure

front tyre age cracking

some play in rear swinging arm

Pass 22 Jan 2015 3,722 miles

both tyres very low pressure

front tyre age cracking

some play in rear swinging arm

Pass 15 Aug 2013 3,121 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 2,394 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 1,818 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 1,812 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 1,772 miles

n/s front fork leg slight misting

Pass 11 Jul 2006 1,738 miles

front forks soft and noisey

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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GPA 287J is a 1971 Norton Commando in Yellow with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 GPA 287J, 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.

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What year was GPA 287J registered?

GPA 287J is a 1971 Norton Commando, first registered on 25 May 1971.

Is GPA 287J safe to buy?

The MOT history for GPA 287J shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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