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TWD 142R

1977 Norton Commando

Silver Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

38,890 mi
Last recorded38,890 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2017
Typical for 1977 Norton Commando23,403 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTWD 142R
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1977
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2017 38,890 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 37,467 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 35,538 miles

front tyre starting to perish in tread

Pass 17 Jun 2014 32,880 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 30,890 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 28,268 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

front tyre starting to perish on side walls

Pass 4 Jun 2011 26,397 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 22,894 miles
Fail 7 May 2010 22,440 miles

Rear Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 22 May 2009 21,667 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 21,422 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2008 21,422 miles

Rear Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Pass 20 Jul 2007 21,384 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 21,380 miles

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 30 May 2006 19,706 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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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TWD 142R is a 1977 Norton Commando in Silver with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 TWD 142R, 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.

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What year was TWD 142R registered?

TWD 142R is a 1977 Norton Commando, first registered on 17 May 1977.

Is TWD 142R safe to buy?

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