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MAK 529P

1976 Norton Commando

Silver Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

19,303 mi
Last recorded19,303 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2018
Typical for 1976 Norton Commando22,610 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMAK 529P
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1976
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2018 19,303 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 22 Feb 2017 19,129 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 18,935 miles

Nearside Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Rear Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 28 Sep 2013 18,813 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2012 18,486 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 1 Sep 2012 18,486 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 23 Apr 2011 18,253 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

front tyre slight perishing on side wall

Pass 30 May 2009 17,713 miles

atten carb fibre washers

both tyres perished sidewalls

Pass 31 Oct 2007 17,481 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 17,248 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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MAK 529P is a 1976 Norton Commando in Silver with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1976 Norton Commando models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.7% with a typical mileage of 22,610 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 MAK 529P, 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 50 years old, this Norton Commando is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MAK 529P registered?

MAK 529P is a 1976 Norton Commando, first registered on 19 May 1976.

Is MAK 529P safe to buy?

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