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MCV 487P

1976 Norton Commando

Black Petrol 828cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

12,438 mi
Last recorded12,438 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2017
Typical for 1976 Norton Commando22,610 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMCV 487P
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1976
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine828cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2017 12,438 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2016 12,114 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 12,002 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Fail 13 May 2015 12,002 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2014 11,431 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 10,759 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 27 Jun 2012 10,331 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 27 Jun 2011 9,874 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 9,796 miles

gaitors fitted

Pass 4 Aug 2006 9,493 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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MCV 487P is a 1976 Norton Commando in Black with a 828cc 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 MCV 487P, 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 MCV 487P registered?

MCV 487P is a 1976 Norton Commando, first registered on 6 May 1976.

Is MCV 487P safe to buy?

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