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HRV 778N

2005 Norton Commando

Black Petrol 828cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

1,403 mi
Last recorded1,403 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2015
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHRV 778N
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine828cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2015 1,403 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

speedo cable tight around bottom yoke

Fail 31 Jul 2015 1,401 miles

Front Front suspension assembly component excessively misaligned (2.3.1)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

speedo cable tight around bottom yoke

Pass 19 Jun 2014 1,394 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 1,387 miles

Chain joining link not recommended for this machine power output.

Pass 1 Sep 2011 1,375 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 1,274 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2009 1,132 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2008 1,118 miles
Fail 16 May 2008 1,100 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 5 May 2007 1,036 miles

Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 5 May 2006 516 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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HRV 778N is a 2005 Norton Commando in Black with a 828cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 HRV 778N, 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 21 years old, this Norton Commando is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was HRV 778N registered?

HRV 778N is a 2005 Norton Commando, first registered on 8 June 2005.

Is HRV 778N safe to buy?

The MOT history for HRV 778N shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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