1978 Norton Commando MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Commando models manufactured in 1978, based on 199 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
1978 Norton Commando MOT Analysis
The 1978 Norton Commando has an MOT pass rate of 91.5% based on 199 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 28,294 miles on the odometer. With a 8.5% failure rate, the 1978 Commando is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1978 Norton Commando is Motorcycle lighting and signalling, responsible for 0.5% of failures. Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs range from £100–400.
Top failures specific to 1978 models only. The overall Commando page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 0.5% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 28,294 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 0.18 | 0.5% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 1978 Norton Commando has an MOT pass rate of 91.5% based on 199 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 28,294 miles on the odometer. With a 8.5% failure rate, the 1978 Commando is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 1978 Norton Commando, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to motorcycle lighting and signalling: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights. With relatively low average mileage of 28,294 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.
Motorcycle lighting and signalling — 0.5% of failures
Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 0.5% of MOT failures on 1978 Norton Commando models. Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.