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MWD 1P

1976 Norton Commando

Silver Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

11,158 mi
Last recorded11,158 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2017
Typical for 1976 Norton Commando22,610 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMWD 1P
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1976
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2017 11,158 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively lower shocker bush cracking / perishing (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively lower shocker bush cracking / perishing (2.4.A2a(i))

battery voltage slightly low would advise attention

Pass 30 Oct 2015 10,824 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 13 Oct 2014 10,281 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 9,449 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 8,799 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2012 8,799 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 22 Oct 2011 8,236 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 7,712 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 6,840 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 5,731 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 4,963 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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MWD 1P is a 1976 Norton Commando in Silver with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 MWD 1P, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MWD 1P registered?

MWD 1P is a 1976 Norton Commando, first registered on 10 March 1976.

Is MWD 1P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MWD 1P shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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