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169 HPP

1959 Matchless G12

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

3,695 mi
Last recorded3,695 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2012
Typical for 1959 Matchless G1219,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration169 HPP
MakeMatchless
ModelG12
Year1959
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2012 3,695 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2011 3,638 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 23 Apr 2011 3,638 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 3,447 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 3,295 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 17 Apr 2008 2,929 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 2,492 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 1,726 miles

How Reliable is the Matchless G12?

Based on 1,648 MOT tests across 270 vehicles.

92.6%
Pass Rate
328
Miles/Year
67
Year Lifespan
270
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

wheel bearings have excessive free play 5
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 5
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 5
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 4
wheel bearings have excessive free play 4
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169 HPP is a 1959 Matchless G12 in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1959 Matchless G12 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.8% with a typical mileage of 19,926 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 Matchless G12 fails its MOT is wheel bearings have excessive free play, accounting for 5 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 169 HPP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Matchless G12 typically stays on UK roads for around 67 years. At 67 years old, this Matchless G12 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of 169 HPP?

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What year was 169 HPP registered?

169 HPP is a 1959 Matchless G12, first registered on 19 June 1959.

Is 169 HPP safe to buy?

The MOT history for 169 HPP 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 169 HPP have outstanding finance?

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