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GHA 477L

1972 Norton Commando

Blue Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2019
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

59,614 mi
Last recorded59,614 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2018
Typical for 1972 Norton Commando24,704 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGHA 477L
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 27 Mar 2018 59,614 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 58,921 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 58,313 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 57,641 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 566,898 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 55,858 miles

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

slight play in r/n/s cush drive

Pass 8 Mar 2012 55,558 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 54,935 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2010 54,415 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 54,075 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 53,455 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 5,295 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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GHA 477L is a 1972 Norton Commando in Blue with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1972 Norton Commando models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.2% with a typical mileage of 24,704 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 GHA 477L, 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 54 years old, this Norton Commando is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GHA 477L registered?

GHA 477L is a 1972 Norton Commando, first registered on 20 September 1972.

Is GHA 477L safe to buy?

The MOT history for GHA 477L shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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