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SMH 683S

1977 Norton Commando

Black Petrol 828cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2020
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

8,020 mi
Last recorded8,020 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2019
Typical for 1977 Norton Commando23,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSMH 683S
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1977
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine828cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2019 8,020 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 7,961 miles
Pass 30 May 2016 7,933 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 7,906 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2015 7,906 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 12 Jun 2014 7,809 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Oil leak

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Fail 22 May 2014 7,809 miles

Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 29 May 2010 7,606 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 21 May 2008 7,267 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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 683S is a 1977 Norton Commando in Black with a 828cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 683S, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SMH 683S registered?

SMH 683S is a 1977 Norton Commando, first registered on 23 November 1977.

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