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RTM 717R

1977 Norton Commando

Silver Petrol 828cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

34,631 mi
Last recorded34,631 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2018
Typical for 1977 Norton Commando23,403 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRTM 717R
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1977
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine828cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2018 34,631 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Fail 22 Mar 2018 34,631 miles

Front Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 21 Mar 2017 34,218 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Fail 14 Mar 2017 34,211 miles

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 17 Mar 2016 33,612 miles

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)

Pass 4 Apr 2015 32,993 miles

the front tyre is very slightly cracking

Pass 20 Apr 2013 32,866 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 32,758 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 32,116 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 31,516 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 31,276 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

rear shockabsorbers weak.

Pass 8 Jun 2007 31,131 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 29,344 miles

How Reliable is the Norton Commando?

Based on 13,398 MOT tests across 2,308 vehicles.

91.4%
Pass Rate
334
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
2,308
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 42
Horn not working 39
Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s 32
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 31
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 28
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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.

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