MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
34,631 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)
Front Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)
Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)
Centre Front Steering headbearing has slight free play steering bearing slightly nothchy (2.2.2)
Centre Rear Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively swing arm bushes have slight play (2.4.A2a(i))
Front Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members front forks have slight play on sliders (2.3.4)
the front tyre is very slightly cracking
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)
rear shockabsorbers weak.
How Reliable is the Norton Commando?
Based on 13,398 MOT tests across 2,308 vehicles.
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RTM 717R is a 1977 Norton Commando in Silver with a 828cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.
Across all 1977 Norton Commando models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.7% with a typical mileage of 23,403 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 RTM 717R, 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 49 years old, this Norton Commando is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was RTM 717R registered?
RTM 717R is a 1977 Norton Commando, first registered on 29 April 1977.
Is RTM 717R safe to buy?
The MOT history for RTM 717R shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does RTM 717R have outstanding finance?
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