MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
45,067 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Lower Side Stand Return spring inefficient, side stand not retracting fully
Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)
Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)
Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Horn missing (1.7.1)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
How Reliable is the Norton Commando?
Based on 13,398 MOT tests across 2,308 vehicles.
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WTB 143M is a 1974 Norton Commando in Black with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.
Across all 1974 Norton Commando models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.9% with a typical mileage of 24,074 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 Commando fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WTB 143M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Norton Commando typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 52 years old, this Norton Commando is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was WTB 143M registered?
WTB 143M is a 1974 Norton Commando, first registered on 1 August 1974.
Is WTB 143M safe to buy?
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