MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
42,151 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
How Reliable is the Norton Commando?
Based on 13,398 MOT tests across 2,308 vehicles.
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OYY 290R is a 1976 Norton Commando in Red with a 828cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.
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 OYY 290R, 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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How do I check the history of OYY 290R?
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What year was OYY 290R registered?
OYY 290R is a 1976 Norton Commando, first registered on 1 October 1976.
Is OYY 290R safe to buy?
The MOT history for OYY 290R shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does OYY 290R have outstanding finance?
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