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YWV 46K

1972 Norton Commander

Black Petrol 588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2012
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

52,230 mi
Last recorded52,230 miles
Recorded on21 May 2011
Typical for 1972 Norton Commander24,116 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYWV 46K
MakeNorton
ModelCommander
Year1972
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine588cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2011 52,230 miles
Fail 21 May 2011 52,230 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

How Reliable is the Norton Commander?

Based on 2,220 MOT tests across 318 vehicles.

92.3%
Pass Rate
547
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
318
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
Horn not working 6
suspension bush has excessive free play 5
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 4
Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp 4
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YWV 46K is a 1972 Norton Commander in Black with a 588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1972 Norton Commander models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 24,116 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 Commander fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YWV 46K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Norton Commander typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 54 years old, this Norton Commander is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YWV 46K registered?

YWV 46K is a 1972 Norton Commander, first registered on 18 July 1972.

Is YWV 46K safe to buy?

The MOT history for YWV 46K shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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