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XPT 217

1957 Norton Dominator

Grey Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2012
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

749 mi
Last recorded749 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2011
Typical for 1957 Norton Dominator8,530 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXPT 217
MakeNorton
ModelDominator
Year1957
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2011 749 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2011 749 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 14 May 2010 652 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 523 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 492 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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XPT 217 is a 1957 Norton Dominator in Grey with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1957 Norton Dominator models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.9% with a typical mileage of 8,530 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 XPT 217, 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 69 years old, this Norton Dominator is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XPT 217?

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What year was XPT 217 registered?

XPT 217 is a 1957 Norton Dominator, first registered on 26 August 1957.

Is XPT 217 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XPT 217 shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XPT 217 have outstanding finance?

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