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GEL 488L

2003 Norton Commando

Black Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

15,286 mi
Last recorded15,286 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2018
Typical for 2003 Norton Commando14,942 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGEL 488L
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2018 15,286 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 15,092 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 11 Jul 2015 15,042 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 12 Jul 2014 14,942 miles

Nearside Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Offside Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 12 Jul 2014 14,942 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 14,492 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 14,319 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 14,275 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

front tyre starting to perish on sidewalls

Pass 12 Jul 2010 13,483 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 12,985 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 12,354 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 11,675 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 11,077 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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GEL 488L is a 2003 Norton Commando in Black with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2003 Norton Commando models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.4% with a typical mileage of 14,942 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 GEL 488L, 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 23 years old, this Norton Commando is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was GEL 488L registered?

GEL 488L is a 2003 Norton Commando, first registered on 16 April 2003.

Is GEL 488L safe to buy?

The MOT history for GEL 488L shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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