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TGB 548R

1977 Norton Commando

Black Petrol 828cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

23,717 mi
Last recorded23,717 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2016
Typical for 1977 Norton Commando23,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTGB 548R
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1977
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine828cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2016 23,717 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 24 Jul 2014 23,368 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 22,164 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 20,126 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 29 Apr 2009 16,029 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2009 16,019 miles

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 7 May 2008 12,032 miles
Pass 7 May 2007 11,024 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2005 10,123 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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TGB 548R 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 88.9%.

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 TGB 548R, 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 TGB 548R registered?

TGB 548R is a 1977 Norton Commando, first registered on 13 January 1977.

Is TGB 548R safe to buy?

The MOT history for TGB 548R shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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