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NX18 BXZ

2018 Norton Commando 961 Sport

Silver Petrol 961cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

12,136 mi
Last recorded12,136 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2018 Norton Commando 961 Sport2,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNX18 BXZ
MakeNorton
ModelCommando 961 Sport
Year2018
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine961cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 12,136 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2024 12,014 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2024 12,014 miles

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Aug 2023 11,687 miles
Pass 14 May 2022 11,268 miles
Pass 29 May 2021 9,858 miles
Fail 29 May 2021 9,858 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

How Reliable is the Norton Commando 961 Sport?

Based on 633 MOT tests across 134 vehicles.

89.9%
Pass Rate
291
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
134
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 2
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 2
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 2
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NX18 BXZ is a 2018 Norton Commando 961 Sport in Silver with a 961cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2018 Norton Commando 961 Sport models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 2,451 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 961 Sport fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 2 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NX18 BXZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Norton Commando 961 Sport typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 8 years old, this Norton Commando 961 Sport is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was NX18 BXZ registered?

NX18 BXZ is a 2018 Norton Commando 961 Sport, first registered on 5 June 2018.

Is NX18 BXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for NX18 BXZ shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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