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GVO 489J

1979 Norton Commando

Black Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2016
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

37 mi
Last recorded37 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2015
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGVO 489J
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2015 37 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 37 miles
Fail 17 May 2013 37 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 23 Jul 2007 36 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 14 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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GVO 489J is a 1979 Norton Commando in Black with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GVO 489J, 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 47 years old, this Norton Commando is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GVO 489J registered?

GVO 489J is a 1979 Norton Commando, first registered on 23 April 1979.

Is GVO 489J safe to buy?

The MOT history for GVO 489J shows 5 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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