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VPK 280M

1974 Norton Commander

Black Petrol 828cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2012
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,669 mi
Last recorded24,669 miles
Recorded on21 May 2011
Typical for 1974 Norton Commander20,161 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVPK 280M
MakeNorton
ModelCommander
Year1974
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine828cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 21 May 2011 24,669 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2010 24,577 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 24,518 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 23,549 miles

How Reliable is the Norton Commander?

Based on 2,220 MOT tests across 318 vehicles.

92.3%
Pass Rate
547
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
318
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
Horn not working 6
suspension bush has excessive free play 5
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 4
Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp 4
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VPK 280M is a 1974 Norton Commander in Black with a 828cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1974 Norton Commander models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.8% with a typical mileage of 20,161 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Norton Commander fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VPK 280M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Norton Commander typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 52 years old, this Norton Commander is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of VPK 280M?

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What year was VPK 280M registered?

VPK 280M is a 1974 Norton Commander, first registered on 17 April 1974.

Is VPK 280M safe to buy?

The MOT history for VPK 280M shows 4 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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