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129 EWL

1958 Matchless G3

Black Petrol 350cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1958 Matchless G315,365 mi
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Vehicle Details

Registration129 EWL
MakeMatchless
ModelG3
Year1958
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine350cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2012
Fail 7 Oct 2011

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 16 Oct 2010

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

not for use at times of seriously reduced visibility

Pass 17 Oct 2009

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 31 Jul 2008
Pass 2 Aug 2007

motorcycle tested for a daytime m.o.t

Pass 23 May 2006

daytime m.o.t granted

How Reliable is the Matchless G3?

Based on 1,475 MOT tests across 302 vehicles.

93.1%
Pass Rate
286
Miles/Year
71
Year Lifespan
302
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

wheel bearings are excessively rough 6
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 6
reflector on motorcycle missing 4
Horn not working 3
Drive chain sprocket worn to excess 2
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129 EWL is a 1958 Matchless G3 in Black with a 350cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1958 Matchless G3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 15,365 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Matchless G3 fails its MOT is wheel bearings are excessively rough, accounting for 6 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 129 EWL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Matchless G3 typically stays on UK roads for around 71 years. At 68 years old, this Matchless G3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 129 EWL registered?

129 EWL is a 1958 Matchless G3, first registered on 7 November 1958.

Is 129 EWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for 129 EWL shows 7 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.

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