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OYF 151R

1976 Norton Commando

Black Petrol 843cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

28,470 mi
Last recorded28,470 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2017
Typical for 1976 Norton Commando22,610 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOYF 151R
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1976
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine843cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2017 28,470 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2016 27,280 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 20 Jul 2015 26,133 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 24,460 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 24,210 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2013 24,210 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 6 Oct 2011 24,133 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 23,931 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2009 20,007 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 2 Jun 2009 20,007 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 17,570 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 15,304 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2006 15,149 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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OYF 151R is a 1976 Norton Commando in Black with a 843cc 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 OYF 151R, 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 OYF 151R registered?

OYF 151R is a 1976 Norton Commando, first registered on 2 August 1976.

Is OYF 151R safe to buy?

The MOT history for OYF 151R 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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