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GYY 472L

1990 Norton Commando

Black Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2019
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

17,194 mi
Last recorded17,194 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2018
Typical for 1990 Norton Commando5,641 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGYY 472L
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2018 17,194 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 17 Apr 2018 17,194 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 23 Jun 2009 16,867 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 17 Sep 2007 16,818 miles

Front Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Rear Chain guard lightly rubbing (6.2.1c)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 19 Sep 2006 16,586 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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GYY 472L is a 1990 Norton Commando in Black with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1990 Norton Commando models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.8% with a typical mileage of 5,641 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 GYY 472L, 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 36 years old, this Norton Commando is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GYY 472L registered?

GYY 472L is a 1990 Norton Commando, first registered on 28 June 1990.

Is GYY 472L safe to buy?

The MOT history for GYY 472L 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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