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RFO 497

1996 Norton Dominator

Black Petrol 597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

43,663 mi
Last recorded43,663 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRFO 497
MakeNorton
ModelDominator
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine597cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2017 43,663 miles

Front Upper Fork gaitors fitted-unable to clearly inspect fork seals.

Pass 1 Aug 2016 43,650 miles

Front Fork gaitors fitted-unable to clearly inspect fork seals.

Pass 28 Jul 2015 43,638 miles

Fork gaitors fitted-unable to clearly inspect fork seals.

Pass 1 Aug 2014 43,638 miles

Fork gaitors fittec-unable to clearly inspect fork seals

Pass 31 Jul 2013 43,635 miles

Fork gaitors fitted-unable to clearly inspect fork seals.

Pass 30 Jul 2012 43,618 miles

Fork gaitors fitted-unable to clearly inspect fork seals.

Front Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Oil leak

Pass 26 Jul 2011 43,582 miles

Fork gaitors fitted-unable to clearly inspect fork seals.

Front Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Oil leak

Pass 20 Jul 2010 43,575 miles

front fork gaiters fitted unable to check fork seals

Fail 12 May 2009 43,538 miles

Nearside Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

fork gaitors fitted=unable to inspect fork seals.

Pass 12 May 2009 43,538 miles

fork gaitors fitted=unable to inspect fork seals.

Pass 13 May 2008 43,514 miles

advise-fork gaitors fitted=unable to see fork seals.

Pass 6 Apr 2007 43,394 miles

ADVISE-fork gaitors fitted.unable to see fork seals.

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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RFO 497 is a 1996 Norton Dominator in Black with a 597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 RFO 497, 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 30 years old, this Norton Dominator is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was RFO 497 registered?

RFO 497 is a 1996 Norton Dominator, first registered on 19 August 1996.

Is RFO 497 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RFO 497 shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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