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VPV 474S

1977 Norton Commando

Silver Petrol 828cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2024
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,329 mi
Last recorded45,329 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2023
Typical for 1977 Norton Commando23,403 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVPV 474S
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1977
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine828cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 15 Jun 2023 45,329 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2022 44,823 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 44,124 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 43,414 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 42,760 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 41,650 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 40,680 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 39,737 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 38,438 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 37,382 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 34,610 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2011 32,328 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 30,170 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 28,569 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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VPV 474S is a 1977 Norton Commando in Silver with a 828cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VPV 474S, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VPV 474S registered?

VPV 474S is a 1977 Norton Commando, first registered on 12 August 1977.

Is VPV 474S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VPV 474S shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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