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G161 PGN

1990 Norton Commander

Green Petrol 588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2025
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

48,500 mi
Last recorded48,500 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 1990 Norton Commander42,236 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG161 PGN
MakeNorton
ModelCommander
Year1990
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine588cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Fail 16 Sep 2025 48,500 miles

Fork yoke insecure top yoke nut loose (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Handlebar restricted in free movement from lock to lock brake line fouling on fairing stay (2.1.4 (c))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel spindle loose (5.2.1 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush likely to become detached pinch bolt loose (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

couldn't check fuel cap seal

oil leak

Pass 20 Aug 2024 48,286 miles

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

both tyres old by date

Pass 30 Aug 2023 47,728 miles

Exhaust shield loose O/S and N/S

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fuel cap seal cracking

Nearside fork rubbing on fairing at full lock

Unable to inspect fork seals

Unable to inspect rear shocks

Pass 17 Aug 2022 47,590 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 45,049 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2015 45,035 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 19 Jun 2013 44,628 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 43,502 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 41,102 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 33,625 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 33,526 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 30,056 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2005 25,868 miles

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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G161 PGN is a 1990 Norton Commander in Green with a 588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1990 Norton Commander models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.7% with a typical mileage of 42,236 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 G161 PGN, 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 36 years old, this Norton Commander is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was G161 PGN registered?

G161 PGN is a 1990 Norton Commander, first registered on 5 June 1990.

Is G161 PGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for G161 PGN shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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