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SMH 660S

1977 Norton Commando

Silver Petrol 828cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

38,333 mi
Last recorded38,333 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 1977 Norton Commando23,403 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSMH 660S
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1977
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine828cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 38,333 miles
Pass 16 May 2025 37,928 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2023 37,285 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2023 37,284 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension rod damaged and seriously weakened damper rod bent function impaired (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Aug 2022 37,000 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 36,102 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 35,954 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 35,908 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2017 35,680 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 354,278 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2016 35,472 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 14 Mar 2015 34,490 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 33,150 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 31,847 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 30,541 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2011 28,523 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2009 27,410 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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SMH 660S is a 1977 Norton Commando in Silver with a 828cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1977 Norton Commando models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.7% with a typical mileage of 23,403 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 SMH 660S, 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 49 years old, this Norton Commando is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SMH 660S registered?

SMH 660S is a 1977 Norton Commando, first registered on 10 August 1977.

Is SMH 660S safe to buy?

The MOT history for SMH 660S shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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