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RTJ 54M

1974 Norton Commando

Black Petrol 828cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2016
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

4,767 mi
Last recorded4,767 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2015
Typical for 1974 Norton Commando24,074 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRTJ 54M
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1974
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine828cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 7 Aug 2015 4,767 miles

front and rear tyres age cracking

minor cracks in reg plate

Pass 5 Jun 2014 4,750 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Minor cracks in number plate.

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 24 May 2013 4,704 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 4 May 2012 4,401 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Pass 5 May 2011 3,911 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 3,278 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Pass 11 May 2009 2,404 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Temporary link fitted to rear chain. Not recommended.

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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RTJ 54M is a 1974 Norton Commando in Black with a 828cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1974 Norton Commando models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.9% with a typical mileage of 24,074 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 RTJ 54M, 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 52 years old, this Norton Commando is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RTJ 54M registered?

RTJ 54M is a 1974 Norton Commando, first registered on 1 April 1974.

Is RTJ 54M safe to buy?

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