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205 XUY

1951 Matchless G80

Red Petrol 494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,407 mi
Last recorded26,407 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2009
Typical for 1951 Matchless G8010,650 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration205 XUY
MakeMatchless
ModelG80
Year1951
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine494cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 21 Nov 2009 26,407 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 26,391 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 26,361 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 25,993 miles

How Reliable is the Matchless G80?

Based on 2,210 MOT tests across 424 vehicles.

92.3%
Pass Rate
275
Miles/Year
75
Year Lifespan
424
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 7
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 7
Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 6
Horn not working 6
wheel bearings have excessive free play 5
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205 XUY is a 1951 Matchless G80 in Red with a 494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1951 Matchless G80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.2% with a typical mileage of 10,650 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Matchless G80 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 205 XUY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Matchless G80 typically stays on UK roads for around 75 years. At 75 years old, this Matchless G80 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 205 XUY?

You can check the full history of 205 XUY by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was 205 XUY registered?

205 XUY is a 1951 Matchless G80, first registered on 3 October 1951.

Is 205 XUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for 205 XUY shows 4 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 205 XUY have outstanding finance?

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