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563 XUU

1954 Norton Dominator

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2010
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

54,692 mi
Last recorded54,692 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2009
Typical for 1954 Norton Dominator12,436 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration563 XUU
MakeNorton
ModelDominator
Year1954
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 6 Jul 2009 54,692 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 6 Jul 2009 54,692 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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563 XUU is a 1954 Norton Dominator in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1954 Norton Dominator models, the average MOT pass rate is 95.6% with a typical mileage of 12,436 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 563 XUU, 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 72 years old, this Norton Dominator is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 563 XUU registered?

563 XUU is a 1954 Norton Dominator, first registered on 15 April 1954.

Is 563 XUU safe to buy?

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