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VSJ 805

1998 Norton Dominator

Black Petrol 597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

68,446 mi
Last recorded68,446 miles
Recorded on23 May 2012
Typical for 1998 Norton Dominator26,320 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVSJ 805
MakeNorton
ModelDominator
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine597cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2012 68,446 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 67,283 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 65,466 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 63,352 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 23 May 2008 61,962 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 59,939 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 59,144 miles
Fail 23 May 2006 59,144 miles

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

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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VSJ 805 is a 1998 Norton Dominator in Black with a 597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1998 Norton Dominator models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.4% with a typical mileage of 26,320 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 VSJ 805, 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 28 years old, this Norton Dominator is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was VSJ 805 registered?

VSJ 805 is a 1998 Norton Dominator, first registered on 4 November 1998.

Is VSJ 805 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VSJ 805 shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VSJ 805 have outstanding finance?

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