MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
69,766 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)
Horn not working (1.7.3a)
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
gear lever loose
oil leak to rear tyre
Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)
Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
gear lever loose
oil leak to rear tyre
Front Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)
Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
REAR TYRE CONTAMINATED WITH OIL/GREASE.
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Horn not working (1.7.3a)
Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS
Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)
Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)
damp around nsf brake bleed nipple
nsf running light not working
throttle cable outer damaged
How Reliable is the Norton Commander?
Based on 2,220 MOT tests across 318 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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G280 RFJ is a 1989 Norton Commander in Red with a 588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.
Across all 1989 Norton Commander models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.3% with a typical mileage of 42,657 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 G280 RFJ, 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 37 years old, this Norton Commander is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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How do I check the history of G280 RFJ?
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What year was G280 RFJ registered?
G280 RFJ is a 1989 Norton Commander, first registered on 7 August 1989.
Is G280 RFJ safe to buy?
The MOT history for G280 RFJ shows 9 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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