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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Norton Commando 961 Cafe Racer. Check any Commando 961 Cafe Racer by registration number below.

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87.9%

Avg Pass Rate

-7.8%

vs Norton Avg

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Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Norton Commando 961 Cafe Racer — MOT Reliability Overview

The Norton Commando 961 Cafe Racer has an average MOT pass rate of 87.9%, which is 7.8 percentage points below the Norton brand average of 95.7%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Commando 961 Cafe Racer is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used Norton Commando 961 Cafe Racer, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Norton Commando 961 Cafe Racer performs at MOT across different model years.

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Based on 33 vehicles

87.9%Excellent
Norton average: 95.7%
Mileage at 5yr

3k mi

Other Norton Models

Compare MOT reliability across Norton models.

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100.0% pass rate

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92.7% pass rate

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93.8% pass rate

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100.0% pass rate

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90.9% pass rate

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Norton Commando 961 Cafe Racer — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Norton Commando 961 Cafe Racer MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Norton Commando 961 Cafe Racer?
The average MOT pass rate for the Norton Commando 961 Cafe Racer is 87.9% compared to the Norton average of 95.7%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Norton Commando 961 Cafe Racer?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the Norton Commando 961 Cafe Racer reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 87.9%, the Norton Commando 961 Cafe Racer is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a Norton Commando 961 Cafe Racer?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Norton Commando 961 Cafe Racer?
Typical mileage for the Norton Commando 961 Cafe Racer: 2,514 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Commando 961 Cafe Racer to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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