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VMF 381S

1978 Norton Commando

Silver Petrol 828cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

7,596 mi
Last recorded7,596 miles
Recorded on22 May 2017
Typical for 1978 Norton Commando20,610 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVMF 381S
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1978
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine828cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2017 7,596 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 7,581 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 7,487 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 6,848 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2013 6,846 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

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

Pass 19 Jun 2009 6,725 miles

exhaust mount bolt loose

Fail 20 Jun 2008 6,703 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 20 Jun 2008 6,703 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2007 3,717 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 3,622 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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VMF 381S is a 1978 Norton Commando in Silver with a 828cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1978 Norton Commando models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.1% with a typical mileage of 20,610 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 VMF 381S, 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 48 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 VMF 381S registered?

VMF 381S is a 1978 Norton Commando, first registered on 23 June 1978.

Is VMF 381S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VMF 381S shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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