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MGC 991P

1975 Norton Commando

Silver Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2010
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

41,069 mi
Last recorded41,069 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2009
Typical for 1975 Norton Commando20,608 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMGC 991P
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1975
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2009 41,069 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2009 41,069 miles

Nearside Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 4 Apr 2008 40,947 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2008 40,947 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Fail 7 Mar 2008 40,947 miles

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 7 Oct 2006 40,795 miles

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

indicator tell tale not working

Pass 5 Aug 2005 40,710 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2005 40,710 miles

Front Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Nearside Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Offside Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

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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MGC 991P is a 1975 Norton Commando in Silver with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 MGC 991P, 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 MGC 991P registered?

MGC 991P is a 1975 Norton Commando, first registered on 11 September 1975.

Is MGC 991P safe to buy?

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