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VUB 497M

1974 Norton Commando

Red Petrol 828cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2024
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

9,568 mi
Last recorded9,568 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2023
Typical for 1974 Norton Commando24,074 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVUB 497M
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine828cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2023 9,568 miles

Rear Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Jul 2023 9,535 miles

Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Rear Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2022 9,247 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 41,603 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2014 40,029 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 39,675 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 37,506 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 35,547 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 33,974 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 32,333 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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VUB 497M is a 1974 Norton Commando in Red with a 828cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 VUB 497M, 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.

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What year was VUB 497M registered?

VUB 497M is a 1974 Norton Commando, first registered on 4 July 1974.

Is VUB 497M safe to buy?

The MOT history for VUB 497M shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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