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RYJ 163M

1974 Norton Commando 850

Red Petrol 829cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2016
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

616 mi
Last recorded616 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2015
Typical for 1974 Norton Commando 85026,367 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRYJ 163M
MakeNorton
ModelCommando 850
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine829cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2015 616 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2015 616 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 31 May 2013 9,136 miles

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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RYJ 163M is a 1974 Norton Commando 850 in Red with a 829cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 RYJ 163M, 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 RYJ 163M registered?

RYJ 163M is a 1974 Norton Commando 850, first registered on 31 December 1974.

Is RYJ 163M safe to buy?

The MOT history for RYJ 163M shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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