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OVA 227R

1977 Norton Commando

Black Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2019
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,068 mi
Last recorded12,068 miles
Recorded on5 May 2018
Typical for 1977 Norton Commando23,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOVA 227R
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1977
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc
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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 5 May 2018 12,068 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 11,509 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 11,457 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 27 Jul 2013 11,085 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 10,940 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 10,787 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 10,580 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 10,332 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 10,085 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 15 Jun 2007 10,020 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 9,676 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2005 9,611 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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OVA 227R is a 1977 Norton Commando in Black with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 OVA 227R, 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 OVA 227R registered?

OVA 227R is a 1977 Norton Commando, first registered on 29 March 1977.

Is OVA 227R safe to buy?

The MOT history for OVA 227R shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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