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SUV 276R

1974 Norton Commando

Black Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

29,758 mi
Last recorded29,758 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2016
Typical for 1974 Norton Commando24,074 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSUV 276R
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1974
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2016 29,758 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 27,143 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 27,037 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 24,253 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2011 21,827 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 21,438 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2010 21,438 miles

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 21 Mar 2009 19,918 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2009 19,827 miles

Front position lamp damaged and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 13 Nov 2007 19,718 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 13 Nov 2007 19,718 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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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SUV 276R is a 1974 Norton Commando in Black with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1974 Norton Commando models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.9% with a typical mileage of 24,074 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 SUV 276R, 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 52 years old, this Norton Commando is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SUV 276R registered?

SUV 276R is a 1974 Norton Commando, first registered on 1 January 1974.

Is SUV 276R safe to buy?

The MOT history for SUV 276R shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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