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TFA 851R

1977 Norton Commando

Red Petrol 745cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2021
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,152 mi
Last recorded13,152 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2020
Typical for 1977 Norton Commando23,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTFA 851R
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine745cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 18 Mar 2020 13,152 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 11,109 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 10,885 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 10,740 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 9,483 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 7,922 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 6,196 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 5,888 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 57,921 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 5,458 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 4,937 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 4,484 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 4,292 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 3,335 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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TFA 851R is a 1977 Norton Commando in Red with a 745cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1977 Norton Commando models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.7% with a typical mileage of 23,403 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 TFA 851R, 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 49 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 TFA 851R registered?

TFA 851R is a 1977 Norton Commando, first registered on 5 April 1977.

Is TFA 851R safe to buy?

The MOT history for TFA 851R shows 14 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 TFA 851R have outstanding finance?

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