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VNU 637N

1974 Norton Commando

Black Petrol 828cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

25,580 mi
Last recorded25,580 miles
Recorded on8 May 2018
Typical for 1974 Norton Commando24,074 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVNU 637N
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1974
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine828cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2018 25,580 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2018 25,562 miles

Floor brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.C1b)

Front tyre deteriorated, splitting

Pass 6 Apr 2017 25,243 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 24,776 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 24,461 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 24,279 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 23,982 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 23,496 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 22,363 miles

Front Floor brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable (3.3.C1a)

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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VNU 637N is a 1974 Norton Commando in Black with a 828cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1974 Norton Commando models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.9% with a typical mileage of 24,074 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 VNU 637N, 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 52 years old, this Norton Commando is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VNU 637N?

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What year was VNU 637N registered?

VNU 637N is a 1974 Norton Commando, first registered on 1 August 1974.

Is VNU 637N safe to buy?

The MOT history for VNU 637N shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VNU 637N have outstanding finance?

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