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CGH 589S

1978 Norton Commando

Silver Petrol 828cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

23,054 mi
Last recorded23,054 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2018
Typical for 1978 Norton Commando20,610 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCGH 589S
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1978
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine828cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2018 23,054 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 22,802 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 21,062 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2015 20,610 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 7 Apr 2015 20,610 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2014 19,361 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2012 18,341 miles
Fail 24 Dec 2012 18,341 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 24 Sep 2011 17,917 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 16,134 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 15,638 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 15,447 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 14,920 miles
Fail 17 May 2007 14,920 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 6 May 2006 13,937 miles

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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CGH 589S is a 1978 Norton Commando in Silver with a 828cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 CGH 589S, 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

How do I check the history of CGH 589S?

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What year was CGH 589S registered?

CGH 589S is a 1978 Norton Commando, first registered on 1 January 1978.

Is CGH 589S safe to buy?

The MOT history for CGH 589S shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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