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HWO 589N

1975 Norton Commando

Silver Petrol 828cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2019
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

2,875 mi
Last recorded2,875 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2018
Typical for 1975 Norton Commando20,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHWO 589N
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1975
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine828cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2018 2,875 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2018 2,875 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 21 May 2017 2,250 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 2,119 miles
Fail 24 May 2016 2,119 miles

Direction indicator not working All (1.5.1c)

Fail 24 May 2015 1,829 miles

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Pass 24 May 2015 1,829 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 1,499 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2014 1,499 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 31 Mar 2012 810 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2012 810 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 29 Jul 2010 770 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2008 670 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 5,200 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2006 13 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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HWO 589N is a 1975 Norton Commando in Silver with a 828cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1975 Norton Commando models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.0% with a typical mileage of 20,608 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 HWO 589N, 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 51 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 HWO 589N registered?

HWO 589N is a 1975 Norton Commando, first registered on 28 May 1975.

Is HWO 589N safe to buy?

The MOT history for HWO 589N shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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