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FJ61 MWE

2012 Norton Commando

Silver Petrol 961cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

8,254 mi
Last recorded8,254 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Norton Commando5,131 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ61 MWE
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine961cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2026 8,254 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2025 8,069 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2024 7,342 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 7,326 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2020 6,271 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 6,136 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 7 Sep 2018 5,770 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 5,131 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 24 Jun 2017 5,131 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

Pass 25 Jun 2016 4,518 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 25 Jun 2016 4,518 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

Fail 18 Jun 2015 4,011 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

Pass 18 Jun 2015 4,011 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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FJ61 MWE is a 2012 Norton Commando in Silver with a 961cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2012 Norton Commando models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.7% with a typical mileage of 5,131 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 FJ61 MWE, 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 14 years old, this Norton Commando is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was FJ61 MWE registered?

FJ61 MWE is a 2012 Norton Commando, first registered on 8 February 2012.

Is FJ61 MWE safe to buy?

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