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AAA 78J

1971 Norton Commando

Red Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2018
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,114 mi
Last recorded26,114 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2017
Typical for 1971 Norton Commando18,625 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAAA 78J
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 10 Feb 2017 26,114 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 26,114 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 26,163 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 26,114 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 26,114 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 26,091 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2006

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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AAA 78J is a 1971 Norton Commando in Red with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Norton Commando models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.5% with a typical mileage of 18,625 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 AAA 78J, 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 55 years old, this Norton Commando is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AAA 78J registered?

AAA 78J is a 1971 Norton Commando, first registered on 5 March 1971.

Is AAA 78J safe to buy?

The MOT history for AAA 78J shows 7 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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