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WYB 56M

1974 Norton Commando

Yellow Petrol 828cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2019
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,864 mi
Last recorded42,864 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2018
Typical for 1974 Norton Commando24,074 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWYB 56M
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1974
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine828cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 21 Mar 2018 42,864 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 42,720 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 42,325 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 42,324 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 42,324 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 42,297 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 42,208 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 42,156 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2008 42,006 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 12 Mar 2007 41,690 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 40,979 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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WYB 56M is a 1974 Norton Commando in Yellow with a 828cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 WYB 56M, 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

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What year was WYB 56M registered?

WYB 56M is a 1974 Norton Commando, first registered on 8 April 1974.

Is WYB 56M safe to buy?

The MOT history for WYB 56M shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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