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VDR 460M

1973 Norton Commando

Silver Petrol 745cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

20,744 mi
Last recorded20,744 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2015
Typical for 1973 Norton Commando23,124 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVDR 460M
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1973
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine745cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2015 20,744 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 8 Apr 2014 20,559 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 19,852 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 31 May 2012 19,540 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 19,408 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 6 May 2010 18,771 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 18,482 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 17,889 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 176,440 miles

VT32 issued against test no.644147937168

Fail 17 May 2007 17,644 miles

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Fork gaitors fitted - unable to fully test.

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

Pass 1 Jun 2006 17,442 miles

Gaitors fitted over R/H & L/H stanchions (unable to fully test)

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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VDR 460M is a 1973 Norton Commando in Silver with a 745cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1973 Norton Commando models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.4% with a typical mileage of 23,124 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 VDR 460M, 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 53 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 VDR 460M registered?

VDR 460M is a 1973 Norton Commando, first registered on 25 September 1973.

Is VDR 460M safe to buy?

The MOT history for VDR 460M shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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