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VSL 574

1961 Norton Dominator

Silver Petrol 596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

39,046 mi
Last recorded39,046 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2017
Typical for 1961 Norton Dominator20,898 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVSL 574
MakeNorton
ModelDominator
Year1961
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine596cc
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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2017 39,046 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 20 Jun 2017 39,046 miles

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Oil leak ()

Pass 14 Jul 2016 38,793 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 38,571 miles

Offside Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Oil leak

Fail 28 May 2014 38,359 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Oil leak

Pass 28 May 2014 38,359 miles

Oil leak

Pass 4 Jun 2013 38,137 miles

Oil leak

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 6 Jun 2012 37,867 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 8 Jun 2011 37,443 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Oil leak

Pass 10 Sep 2008 37,391 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 37,309 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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VSL 574 is a 1961 Norton Dominator in Silver with a 596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1961 Norton Dominator models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.6% with a typical mileage of 20,898 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 VSL 574, 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 65 years old, this Norton Dominator is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VSL 574 registered?

VSL 574 is a 1961 Norton Dominator, first registered on 22 March 1961.

Is VSL 574 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VSL 574 shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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