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NVT 887P

1976 Norton Commando

Red Petrol 828cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2018
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

39,253 mi
Last recorded39,253 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2017
Typical for 1976 Norton Commando22,610 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNVT 887P
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine828cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2017 39,253 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 39,163 miles

front and rear tyres starting to perish on sides.

Pass 28 Sep 2015 38,987 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2015 38,987 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 2 Aug 2014 38,890 miles

front and rear tyres starting to perish

front fork springs weak

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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NVT 887P is a 1976 Norton Commando in Red with a 828cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 NVT 887P, 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 NVT 887P registered?

NVT 887P is a 1976 Norton Commando, first registered on 17 May 1976.

Is NVT 887P safe to buy?

The MOT history for NVT 887P shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NVT 887P have outstanding finance?

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