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VAA 604R

1976 Norton Commando

Black Petrol 828cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

25,908 mi
Last recorded25,908 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2017
Typical for 1976 Norton Commando22,610 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVAA 604R
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1976
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine828cc
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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2017 25,908 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 25,774 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 25,759 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2013 25,376 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2013 25,376 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 25,111 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2010 24,541 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2010 24,541 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 9 Jan 2010 23,292 miles

Oil leak from primary chaincase, possible rear tyre contamination.

Pass 28 Apr 2009 23,370 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 21,941 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2006 21,701 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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VAA 604R is a 1976 Norton Commando in Black with a 828cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 VAA 604R, 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 VAA 604R registered?

VAA 604R is a 1976 Norton Commando, first registered on 1 August 1976.

Is VAA 604R safe to buy?

The MOT history for VAA 604R shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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