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H717 EBH

1990 Norton Commander

Grey Petrol 588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

27,900 mi
Last recorded27,900 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 1990 Norton Commander42,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH717 EBH
MakeNorton
ModelCommander
Year1990
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine588cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 27,900 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2025 27,900 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Jul 2024 27,455 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2024 27,454 miles

Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp brake lights flash whilst indicating (4.4.3 (b))

Front Tyre fouling another component fowling mudguard (5.2.3 (f))

Pass 30 Aug 2023 27,374 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Unable to inspect rear shocks

Pass 9 Aug 2022 27,184 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 27,126 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 26,636 miles
Fail 26 May 2009 26,550 miles

Front Brake hose slightly kinked (3.2.B3a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 26 May 2009 26,550 miles

Front Brake hose slightly kinked (3.2.B3a)

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

Pass 29 Jul 2005 25,971 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly kinked (3.2.B3a)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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H717 EBH is a 1990 Norton Commander in Grey with a 588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 H717 EBH, 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 H717 EBH registered?

H717 EBH is a 1990 Norton Commander, first registered on 28 August 1990.

Is H717 EBH safe to buy?

The MOT history for H717 EBH shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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