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XHM 779T

1978 Norton Commando

Black Petrol 828cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2016
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

1,030 mi
Last recorded1,030 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2015
Typical for 1978 Norton Commando20,610 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXHM 779T
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine828cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2015 1,030 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 949 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Jun 2013 627 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 415 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 9 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2005 4,811 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2005 4,811 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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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XHM 779T is a 1978 Norton Commando in Black with a 828cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 XHM 779T, 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 XHM 779T registered?

XHM 779T is a 1978 Norton Commando, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is XHM 779T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XHM 779T shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XHM 779T have outstanding finance?

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