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XHO 230R

1977 Norton Commando

Black Petrol 828cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2017
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

24,548 mi
Last recorded24,548 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2016
Typical for 1977 Norton Commando23,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXHO 230R
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1977
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine828cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2016 24,548 miles

slight perishing on rear tyre

Fail 13 May 2016 24,537 miles

Hydraulic brake control creeps under load. (3.1.4a)

Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 27 Oct 2014 24,181 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 24,166 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2013 24,148 miles

Rear Brake caliper(s) insecure (3.2.A1j)

Pass 15 Nov 2011 24,092 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2011 24,092 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Fail 19 Apr 2011 24,092 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Rear Brake pedal attachment screws loose (3.1.2b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Jul 2009 23,429 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 22,344 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2008 22,317 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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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XHO 230R is a 1977 Norton Commando in Black with a 828cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 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 XHO 230R, 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.

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What year was XHO 230R registered?

XHO 230R is a 1977 Norton Commando, first registered on 9 February 1977.

Is XHO 230R safe to buy?

The MOT history for XHO 230R shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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