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OVY 81P

1976 Norton Commando

Silver Petrol 828cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

18,184 mi
Last recorded18,184 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2017
Typical for 1976 Norton Commando22,610 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOVY 81P
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1976
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine828cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2017 18,184 miles

Rear Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2015 18,040 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2014 17,885 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2013 17,778 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2013 17,778 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 30 Sep 2011 17,689 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2010 17,644 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 17,638 miles

exaust front clamp loose

Pass 18 Aug 2008 17,240 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 16,972 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 16,684 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2005 16,578 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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OVY 81P is a 1976 Norton Commando in Silver with a 828cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1976 Norton Commando models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.7% with a typical mileage of 22,610 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 OVY 81P, 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 OVY 81P registered?

OVY 81P is a 1976 Norton Commando, first registered on 17 February 1976.

Is OVY 81P safe to buy?

The MOT history for OVY 81P shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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