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OJG 500R

1977 Norton Commando

Silver Petrol 828cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2013
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,414 mi
Last recorded29,414 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2012
Typical for 1977 Norton Commando23,403 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOJG 500R
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1977
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine828cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 10 Aug 2012 29,414 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 29,061 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 28,264 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 27,837 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 22 Oct 2005 27,812 miles

Rear Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

slight play to rear wheel bearings

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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OJG 500R is a 1977 Norton Commando in Silver with a 828cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1977 Norton Commando models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.7% with a typical mileage of 23,403 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 OJG 500R, 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 49 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 OJG 500R registered?

OJG 500R is a 1977 Norton Commando, first registered on 16 June 1977.

Is OJG 500R safe to buy?

The MOT history for OJG 500R shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OJG 500R have outstanding finance?

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