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K472 PLT

1993 Norton Commander

Red Petrol 588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

36,693 mi
Last recorded36,693 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 1993 Norton Commander27,628 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK472 PLT
MakeNorton
ModelCommander
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine588cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 36,693 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2024 36,582 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Sep 2021 33,703 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 29,207 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Jun 2018 29,159 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Apr 2017 28,389 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2017 28,389 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 17 May 2016 27,445 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 19 Sep 2015 27,229 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 20,439 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 19,637 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 19,486 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 19,360 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2009 17,964 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 29 Dec 2007 16,614 miles

front tyre perrishing

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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K472 PLT is a 1993 Norton Commander in Red with a 588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1993 Norton Commander models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.0% with a typical mileage of 27,628 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 K472 PLT, 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 33 years old, this Norton Commander is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of K472 PLT?

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What year was K472 PLT registered?

K472 PLT is a 1993 Norton Commander, first registered on 1 May 1993.

Is K472 PLT safe to buy?

The MOT history for K472 PLT shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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