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OPD 300R

1976 Norton Commando

Silver Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

35,150 mi
Last recorded35,150 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2017
Typical for 1976 Norton Commando22,610 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOPD 300R
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1976
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2017 35,150 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2017 35,150 miles

Front Brake locking device missing front brake lever locking nut missing / replaced (3.2.A1e)

Pass 1 Sep 2015 34,828 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2015 34,828 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 18 Jul 2014 33,849 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 33,233 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 32,316 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 29,985 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2010 29,975 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Jun 2009 27,910 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 27,838 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 27,838 miles
Fail 16 May 2007 27,838 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Lower Rear suspension component loose (2.4.A.1a) DANGEROUS

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 22 Apr 2006 27,838 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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OPD 300R is a 1976 Norton Commando in Silver with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 OPD 300R, 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 OPD 300R registered?

OPD 300R is a 1976 Norton Commando, first registered on 31 August 1976.

Is OPD 300R safe to buy?

The MOT history for OPD 300R shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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