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PHA 165R

1976 Norton Commando

Red Petrol 828cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

284 mi
Last recorded284 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2018
Typical for 1976 Norton Commando22,610 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPHA 165R
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine828cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2018 284 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 284 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 284 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 284 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 284 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 202 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2013 202 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Pass 10 Mar 2012 13,476 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 13,472 miles

rear brake has slight travell!

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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PHA 165R is a 1976 Norton Commando in Red with a 828cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 PHA 165R, 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 PHA 165R registered?

PHA 165R is a 1976 Norton Commando, first registered on 5 August 1976.

Is PHA 165R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PHA 165R shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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