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1976 Norton Commander

Black Petrol 828cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2019
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

24,261 mi
Last recorded24,261 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2018
Typical for 1976 Norton Commander12,523 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPDF 422R
MakeNorton
ModelCommander
Year1976
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine828cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2018 24,261 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 24,175 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 24,145 miles

Rear Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

dust cover over rear brake master cylinder operating rod missing

Pass 27 Mar 2010 24,041 miles

Rear Brake master cylinder slightly damaged (3.2.B1b)

small crack in rear no plate still secure

Pass 2 Aug 2008 23,896 miles

Rear number plate cracked

Fail 2 Aug 2008 23,896 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear number plate cracked

Pass 11 Aug 2007 23,548 miles

slight drag rear brake

Pass 19 Aug 2006 23,290 miles

horn weak

How Reliable is the Norton Commander?

Based on 2,220 MOT tests across 318 vehicles.

92.3%
Pass Rate
547
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
318
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
Horn not working 6
suspension bush has excessive free play 5
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 4
Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp 4
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PDF 422R is a 1976 Norton Commander in Black with a 828cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1976 Norton Commander models, the average MOT pass rate is 97.2% with a typical mileage of 12,523 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 Commander fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PDF 422R, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Norton Commander typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 50 years old, this Norton Commander is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PDF 422R registered?

PDF 422R is a 1976 Norton Commander, first registered on 17 August 1976.

Is PDF 422R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PDF 422R shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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