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PWW 438R

1976 Norton Commando

Black Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2017
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,037 mi
Last recorded29,037 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2016
Typical for 1976 Norton Commando22,610 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPWW 438R
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1976
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 19 Oct 2016 29,037 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 27,927 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 27,063 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 25,333 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 25,112 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 28,504 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 28,349 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 28,139 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 27,938 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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PWW 438R is a 1976 Norton Commando in Black with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 PWW 438R, 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 PWW 438R registered?

PWW 438R is a 1976 Norton Commando, first registered on 1 August 1976.

Is PWW 438R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PWW 438R shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PWW 438R have outstanding finance?

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