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RVD 227M

1974 Norton Commando 850

Black Petrol 828cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

34,514 mi
Last recorded34,514 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2012
Typical for 1974 Norton Commando 85026,367 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRVD 227M
MakeNorton
ModelCommando 850
Year1974
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine828cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2012 34,514 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 33,140 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 32,198 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 30,999 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 29,641 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 28,294 miles
Fail 4 May 2007 28,294 miles

Rear All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

How Reliable is the Norton Commando 850?

Based on 845 MOT tests across 150 vehicles.

92.3%
Pass Rate
402
Miles/Year
53
Year Lifespan
150
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 4
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 3
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 2
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 2
Fuel system component insecure 2
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RVD 227M is a 1974 Norton Commando 850 in Black with a 828cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1974 Norton Commando 850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 26,367 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 850 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 4 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RVD 227M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Norton Commando 850 typically stays on UK roads for around 53 years. At 52 years old, this Norton Commando 850 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RVD 227M registered?

RVD 227M is a 1974 Norton Commando 850, first registered on 7 February 1974.

Is RVD 227M safe to buy?

The MOT history for RVD 227M shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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