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142 AH

1958 Matchless G3L

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2017
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,751 mi
Last recorded35,751 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2016
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Vehicle Details

Registration142 AH
MakeMatchless
ModelG3L
Year1958
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 13 Oct 2016 35,751 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

front tyre has small cracks

no rear footrest rubbers

Pass 10 Oct 2015 35,309 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2014 34,572 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 34,471 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 34,469 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 34,467 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 34,450 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 34,444 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 34,424 miles

How Reliable is the Matchless G3L?

Based on 1,000 MOT tests across 244 vehicles.

93.5%
Pass Rate
176
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
244
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 6
Horn not working 4
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 3
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 3
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 3
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142 AH is a 1958 Matchless G3L in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Matchless G3L fails its MOT is position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on, accounting for 6 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 142 AH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Matchless G3L typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 68 years old, this Matchless G3L is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 142 AH registered?

142 AH is a 1958 Matchless G3L, first registered on 10 October 1958.

Is 142 AH safe to buy?

The MOT history for 142 AH shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 142 AH have outstanding finance?

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