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YVG 767S

1978 Norton Commando

Red Petrol 828cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

17,013 mi
Last recorded17,013 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2018
Typical for 1978 Norton Commando20,610 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYVG 767S
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine828cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2018 17,013 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 15,963 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 15,618 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 15,542 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 14,939 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 13,734 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2012 13,734 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 25 Jun 2011 12,215 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 11,401 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 11,063 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2007 10,836 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 10,604 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2005 10,579 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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YVG 767S is a 1978 Norton Commando in Red with a 828cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 YVG 767S, 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 YVG 767S registered?

YVG 767S is a 1978 Norton Commando, first registered on 6 June 1978.

Is YVG 767S safe to buy?

The MOT history for YVG 767S shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YVG 767S have outstanding finance?

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