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LGH 117N

1987 Norton Commando

Black Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

52,704 mi
Last recorded52,704 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLGH 117N
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2025 52,704 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2024 52,181 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2023 51,627 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2023 51,627 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Apr 2022 51,170 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 50,950 miles
Pass 2 May 2020 50,635 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 50,164 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 49,822 miles
Fail 15 May 2018 49,822 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2017 49,420 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 48,959 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 48,583 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 48,302 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 48,078 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 47,797 miles

Front Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

rear hand real slightly loos

Pass 31 Aug 2011 47,539 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 47,202 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2010 47,202 miles

Front Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 18 Sep 2009 46,876 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 46,411 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 23,178 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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LGH 117N is a 1987 Norton Commando in Black with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 LGH 117N, 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 39 years old, this Norton Commando is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LGH 117N registered?

LGH 117N is a 1987 Norton Commando, first registered on 8 July 1987.

Is LGH 117N safe to buy?

The MOT history for LGH 117N shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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