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RGS 811J

1971 Norton Commando

Yellow Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2019
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

23,870 mi
Last recorded23,870 miles
Recorded on22 May 2018
Typical for 1971 Norton Commando18,625 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRGS 811J
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2018 23,870 miles
Fail 22 May 2018 23,870 miles

Nearside Front Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 13 May 2017 22,626 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 21,725 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 21,671 miles
Fail 23 May 2015 21,671 miles

Centre Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Offside Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 6 May 2014 21,267 miles
Fail 6 May 2014 21,267 miles

Centre Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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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RGS 811J is a 1971 Norton Commando in Yellow with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1971 Norton Commando models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.5% with a typical mileage of 18,625 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 RGS 811J, 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 55 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 RGS 811J registered?

RGS 811J is a 1971 Norton Commando, first registered on 19 May 1971.

Is RGS 811J safe to buy?

The MOT history for RGS 811J shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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