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OME 585R

1976 Norton Commando

Red Petrol 828cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

49,320 mi
Last recorded49,320 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2017
Typical for 1976 Norton Commando22,610 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOME 585R
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine828cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2017 49,320 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 47,998 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2016 47,998 miles

Fuel cap does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.2b)

Fuel cap sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.2c)

Rear position lamp damaged and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 13 Jun 2015 45,211 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 44,400 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 41,946 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 40,910 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 58,530 miles
Fail 21 May 2011 58,527 miles

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

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 15 May 2010 35,541 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 33,521 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 32,335 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 31,799 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2006 31,765 miles

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

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

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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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OME 585R is a 1976 Norton Commando in Red with a 828cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 OME 585R, 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 OME 585R registered?

OME 585R is a 1976 Norton Commando, first registered on 20 December 1976.

Is OME 585R safe to buy?

The MOT history for OME 585R shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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