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VFO 552

1996 Norton Dominator

Silver Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

3,063 mi
Last recorded3,063 miles
Recorded on24 May 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVFO 552
MakeNorton
ModelDominator
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 May 2017 3,063 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 3,058 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 3,052 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 3,047 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 3,042 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 3,036 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 6 May 2011 3,021 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 20 May 2010 3,009 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 2,949 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2007 2,776 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 16 Jun 2007 2,776 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2006 2,620 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2006 2,620 miles

Headlamp aim too high (hotspot centre above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.1)

Pass 18 Jun 2005 2,356 miles

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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VFO 552 is a 1996 Norton Dominator in Silver with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 VFO 552, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VFO 552 registered?

VFO 552 is a 1996 Norton Dominator, first registered on 15 March 1996.

Is VFO 552 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VFO 552 shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VFO 552 have outstanding finance?

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