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346 BDA

1962 Matchless G3

Black Petrol 348cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

51,071 mi
Last recorded51,071 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2018
Typical for 1962 Matchless G337,591 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration346 BDA
MakeMatchless
ModelG3
Year1962
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine348cc
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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2018 51,071 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 50,797 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play swinging arm (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 28 Sep 2015 49,196 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 46,670 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 44,686 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 44,415 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 43,162 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 42,077 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2010 42,077 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 6 Oct 2009 40,588 miles

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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346 BDA is a 1962 Matchless G3 in Black with a 348cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1962 Matchless G3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 95.6% with a typical mileage of 37,591 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 G3 fails its MOT is wheel bearings are excessively rough, accounting for 6 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 346 BDA, 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 64 years old, this Matchless G3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 346 BDA registered?

346 BDA is a 1962 Matchless G3, first registered on 15 February 1962.

Is 346 BDA safe to buy?

The MOT history for 346 BDA shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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