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437 SMD

1958 Norton Dominator

Grey Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2012
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

27,020 mi
Last recorded27,020 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2011
Typical for 1958 Norton Dominator20,649 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration437 SMD
MakeNorton
ModelDominator
Year1958
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2011 27,020 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 8 Apr 2010 26,944 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 26,867 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 26,845 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2007 26,845 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

How Reliable is the Norton Dominator?

Based on 4,068 MOT tests across 842 vehicles.

93.2%
Pass Rate
180
Miles/Year
72
Year Lifespan
842
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 7
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 5
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 4
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 4
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437 SMD is a 1958 Norton Dominator in Grey with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1958 Norton Dominator models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.5% with a typical mileage of 20,649 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 Dominator fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 9 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 437 SMD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Norton Dominator typically stays on UK roads for around 72 years. At 68 years old, this Norton Dominator is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 437 SMD registered?

437 SMD is a 1958 Norton Dominator, first registered on 1 October 1958.

Is 437 SMD safe to buy?

The MOT history for 437 SMD shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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