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GYO 167N

1975 Norton Commando

Black Petrol 828cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Sep 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

23,630 mi
Last recorded23,630 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 1975 Norton Commando20,608 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGYO 167N
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1975
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine828cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 23,630 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2024 23,308 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2024 23,308 miles

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Pass 3 May 2023 22,649 miles
Fail 3 May 2023 22,649 miles

Central Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 28 May 2022 21,902 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 20,588 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 20,046 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 May 2017 19,243 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 18,976 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 18,195 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 17,789 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2012 17,596 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 24 Feb 2007 17,093 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2005 16,693 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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GYO 167N is a 1975 Norton Commando in Black with a 828cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1975 Norton Commando models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.0% with a typical mileage of 20,608 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 GYO 167N, 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 51 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 GYO 167N registered?

GYO 167N is a 1975 Norton Commando, first registered on 7 January 1975.

Is GYO 167N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GYO 167N shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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