MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
41,236 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
2 out of 6 rivets on front mudguard missing. Mudguard still secure.
Due to construction of calipers unable to see any brake pads front or rear.
Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))
Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Slight play in rear swingarm bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Oil leak ()
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
oil leak
Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)
Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.4a)
Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)
Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)
Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
Rear Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)
Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)
Front Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)
Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
Horn not working (1.7.3a)
How Reliable is the Norton Commando?
Based on 13,398 MOT tests across 2,308 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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OUW 523R is a 1976 Norton Commando in White with a 828cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.
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 OUW 523R, 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.
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What year was OUW 523R registered?
OUW 523R is a 1976 Norton Commando, first registered on 14 August 1976.
Is OUW 523R safe to buy?
The MOT history for OUW 523R shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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