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PJN 850R

1976 Norton Commando

Red Petrol 828cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

21,795 mi
Last recorded21,795 miles
Recorded on6 May 2017
Typical for 1976 Norton Commando22,610 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJN 850R
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine828cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 May 2017 21,795 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

right hand exhaust clamp slightly loose

Pass 16 Apr 2016 21,585 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2016 21,584 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 18 Apr 2015 21,392 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Reduced reserve travel on front brake lever

Fail 18 Apr 2015 21,392 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Reduced reserve travel on front brake lever

Pass 26 Mar 2014 21,187 miles

Cracking to front and rear tyres

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Handlebars possibly deformed

Pass 16 Feb 2013 20,813 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Rear Brake master cylinder slightly damaged (3.2.B1b)

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

front tyre sligtly perished

handle bars possible bent

Pass 12 Jan 2012 20,236 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2010 19,363 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 19,346 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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PJN 850R is a 1976 Norton Commando in Red with a 828cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 PJN 850R, 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 PJN 850R registered?

PJN 850R is a 1976 Norton Commando, first registered on 31 August 1976.

Is PJN 850R safe to buy?

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