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G569 MWD

1989 Norton Commander

Blue Petrol 588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

45,825 mi
Last recorded45,825 miles
Recorded on24 May 2025
Typical for 1989 Norton Commander42,657 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG569 MWD
MakeNorton
ModelCommander
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine588cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 May 2025 45,825 miles
Pass 30 May 2024 43,093 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 39,208 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 36,158 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2021 31,404 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2020 29,383 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2019 29,367 miles

All direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2018 27,051 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 23,884 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 17 Sep 2016 20,063 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2015 18,777 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 15,753 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 11,491 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 6,390 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 3,352 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2011 3,252 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Pass 9 Sep 2010 99,185 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 9 Sep 2009 93,544 miles

Oil leak

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 10 Sep 2008 88,714 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2007 85,369 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 29 Aug 2006 82,027 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2005 77,405 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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G569 MWD is a 1989 Norton Commander in Blue with a 588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 G569 MWD, 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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What year was G569 MWD registered?

G569 MWD is a 1989 Norton Commander, first registered on 11 September 1989.

Is G569 MWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for G569 MWD shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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