CarVerify

Free Car Check

VTB 43M

1974 Norton Commando

Black Petrol 828cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

27,134 mi
Last recorded27,134 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2017
Typical for 1974 Norton Commando24,074 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Norton
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationVTB 43M
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1974
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine828cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2017 27,134 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 27,030 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 23 Jul 2016 27,030 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Horn control not functioning. (1.7.2b)

Pass 30 May 2015 26,982 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 24 May 2014 26,878 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 24 May 2014 26,878 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 25 May 2013 26,671 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 26,579 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 26,117 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 28,924 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 25,713 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 25,202 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
Full Norton Commando reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

VTB 43M is a 1974 Norton Commando in Black with a 828cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1974 Norton Commando models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.9% with a typical mileage of 24,074 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 VTB 43M, 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 52 years old, this Norton Commando is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VTB 43M?

You can check the full history of VTB 43M by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was VTB 43M registered?

VTB 43M is a 1974 Norton Commando, first registered on 1 June 1974.

Is VTB 43M safe to buy?

The MOT history for VTB 43M shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VTB 43M have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on VTB 43M. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.