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VHO 509R

1976 Norton Comando

Black Petrol 828cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

36,395 mi
Last recorded36,395 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2017
Typical for 1976 Norton Comando28,125 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVHO 509R
MakeNorton
ModelComando
Year1976
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine828cc
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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2017 36,395 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

No indicators fitted at time of test

Some deterioration in registration plate,but it is secure and legible

Pass 18 Aug 2016 36,178 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 35,809 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 29 Jul 2014 35,073 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

no indicators fitted at time of test

rear number plate is deteriorated,but not likley to be misread

Pass 19 Jul 2013 34,476 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 34,163 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Oil leak

all indicator lights not fitted at time of test

some deterioartion in number plate,but is legible

Fail 23 Jul 2012 34,163 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Oil leak

all indicator lights not fitted at time of test

some deterioartion in number plate,but is legible

Pass 26 Jul 2011 33,332 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

indicator lights removed at time of tess

Pass 30 Apr 2009 32,970 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 32,331 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 30,499 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

How Reliable is the Norton Comando?

Based on 1,052 MOT tests across 164 vehicles.

93.2%
Pass Rate
338
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
164
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 4
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 3
Direction indicators not working 3
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 2
Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 2
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VHO 509R is a 1976 Norton Comando in Black with a 828cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1976 Norton Comando models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 28,125 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Norton Comando fails its MOT is roller brake test the less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%., accounting for 4 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VHO 509R, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Norton Comando typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 50 years old, this Norton Comando is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VHO 509R registered?

VHO 509R is a 1976 Norton Comando, first registered on 7 September 1976.

Is VHO 509R safe to buy?

The MOT history for VHO 509R shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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