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WLH 482S

1977 Norton Commando

Red Petrol 825cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

21,725 mi
Last recorded21,725 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2017
Typical for 1977 Norton Commando23,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWLH 482S
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine825cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2017 21,725 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 21,372 miles

Front Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Pass 23 Jun 2015 20,918 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 20,372 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 20,087 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 19,808 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2011 19,585 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 24 Jun 2011 19,585 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 19 Apr 2010 19,424 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2010 19,424 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 May 2009 18,882 miles

slight oil leak from oil tank under seat ... very slight play in trailing arm pivot

Pass 7 May 2008 18,430 miles

front and rear discs marked

very slight movement in forks

Pass 9 May 2007 17,909 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 17,640 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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WLH 482S is a 1977 Norton Commando in Red with a 825cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 WLH 482S, 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 WLH 482S registered?

WLH 482S is a 1977 Norton Commando, first registered on 1 November 1977.

Is WLH 482S safe to buy?

The MOT history for WLH 482S shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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