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GLR 78J

1971 Norton Commando

Black Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2015
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

1,094 mi
Last recorded1,094 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2014
Typical for 1971 Norton Commando18,625 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGLR 78J
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1971
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2014 1,094 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 711 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 23 Apr 2009 18 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

f/brake spongy requiers bedding in

rear wheel stiff to rotate on spindle

Pass 23 Apr 2009 18 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

f/brake spongy requiers bedding in

rear wheel stiff to rotate on spindle

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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GLR 78J is a 1971 Norton Commando in Black with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 GLR 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 GLR 78J registered?

GLR 78J is a 1971 Norton Commando, first registered on 8 June 1971.

Is GLR 78J safe to buy?

The MOT history for GLR 78J shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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