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RDV 191R

1976 Norton Commando

Black Petrol 828cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

23,017 mi
Last recorded23,017 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2018
Typical for 1976 Norton Commando22,610 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRDV 191R
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1976
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine828cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2018 23,017 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 22,333 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 22,258 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2016 22,253 miles

Offside Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 6 Nov 2014 21,493 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 19,872 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2011 19,736 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2011 19,736 miles

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

Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

Pass 6 Aug 2009 19,425 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2009 19,425 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 28 Aug 2008 18,702 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2008 18,702 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 21 Aug 2007 17,090 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 16,565 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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RDV 191R is a 1976 Norton Commando in Black with a 828cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 RDV 191R, 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.

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What year was RDV 191R registered?

RDV 191R is a 1976 Norton Commando, first registered on 1 August 1976.

Is RDV 191R safe to buy?

The MOT history for RDV 191R shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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