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RAA 141P

1976 Norton Commando

Red Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

26,496 mi
Last recorded26,496 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2008
Typical for 1976 Norton Commando22,610 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRAA 141P
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2008 26,496 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2008 26,492 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 23 Apr 2007 25,874 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 25,242 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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RAA 141P is a 1976 Norton Commando in Red with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 RAA 141P, 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 RAA 141P registered?

RAA 141P is a 1976 Norton Commando, first registered on 7 January 1976.

Is RAA 141P safe to buy?

The MOT history for RAA 141P shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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