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WON 801T

1978 Norton Commando

Red Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2009
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

78 mi
Last recorded78 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2008
Typical for 1978 Norton Commando20,610 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWON 801T
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 25 Oct 2008 78 miles

Chain guard missing

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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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WON 801T is a 1978 Norton Commando in Red with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Norton Commando models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.1% with a typical mileage of 20,610 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 WON 801T, 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 48 years old, this Norton Commando is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WON 801T registered?

WON 801T is a 1978 Norton Commando, first registered on 4 August 1978.

Is WON 801T safe to buy?

The MOT history for WON 801T shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WON 801T have outstanding finance?

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