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251 KUP

1961 Matchless G3

Yellow Petrol 350cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2014
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,196 mi
Last recorded35,196 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2013
Typical for 1961 Matchless G321,996 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration251 KUP
MakeMatchless
ModelG3
Year1961
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine350cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 17 Jun 2013 35,196 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 35,133 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 34,909 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 7 Jul 2010 34,461 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2009 34,075 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 33,719 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 33,606 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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251 KUP is a 1961 Matchless G3 in Yellow with a 350cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1961 Matchless G3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.0% with a typical mileage of 21,996 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 251 KUP, 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 65 years old, this Matchless G3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of 251 KUP?

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What year was 251 KUP registered?

251 KUP is a 1961 Matchless G3, first registered on 7 June 1961.

Is 251 KUP safe to buy?

The MOT history for 251 KUP shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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