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PFP 720R

1977 Norton Commando

Black Petrol 828cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

46,653 mi
Last recorded46,653 miles
Recorded on18 May 2018
Typical for 1977 Norton Commando23,403 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPFP 720R
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1977
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine828cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2018 46,653 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 46,415 miles
Fail 11 May 2017 46,415 miles

Front wheel spindle loose (2.3.5a)

Pass 15 Jul 2016 46,096 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 45,351 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 43,340 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2013 43,340 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 13 Jun 2012 42,778 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 41,393 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 39,546 miles

Nearside Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 30 Jun 2009 38,243 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 38,105 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 37,440 miles

Exhaust silencers require tightening.

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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PFP 720R is a 1977 Norton Commando in Black with a 828cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 PFP 720R, 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 PFP 720R registered?

PFP 720R is a 1977 Norton Commando, first registered on 1 January 1977.

Is PFP 720R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PFP 720R shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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