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RFJ 494R

1976 Norton Commando

Black Petrol 828cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

7,332 mi
Last recorded7,332 miles
Recorded on15 May 2018
Typical for 1976 Norton Commando22,610 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRFJ 494R
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1976
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine828cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2018 7,332 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 7,062 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 6,931 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 6,452 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2013 6,104 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 7 Nov 2013 6,104 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2012 5,045 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 3,041 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 3,039 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 2,853 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 1,977 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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RFJ 494R is a 1976 Norton Commando in Black with a 828cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1976 Norton Commando models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.7% with a typical mileage of 22,610 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 RFJ 494R, 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 50 years old, this Norton Commando is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RFJ 494R registered?

RFJ 494R is a 1976 Norton Commando, first registered on 27 August 1976.

Is RFJ 494R safe to buy?

The MOT history for RFJ 494R shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RFJ 494R have outstanding finance?

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