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VRP 178S

1977 Norton Commando

Black Petrol 828cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

32,094 mi
Last recorded32,094 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2017
Typical for 1977 Norton Commando23,403 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVRP 178S
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1977
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine828cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 11 Oct 2017 32,094 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 32,025 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 32,002 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 31,642 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 31,316 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 31,063 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 30,997 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 30,280 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 29,631 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 29,135 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 28,346 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 27,191 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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VRP 178S is a 1977 Norton Commando in Black with a 828cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 VRP 178S, 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 VRP 178S registered?

VRP 178S is a 1977 Norton Commando, first registered on 10 August 1977.

Is VRP 178S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VRP 178S shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VRP 178S have outstanding finance?

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