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493 UYW

1958 Matchless G3LS

Black Petrol 350cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2012
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

8,361 mi
Last recorded8,361 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2011
Typical for 1958 Matchless G3LS18,716 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration493 UYW
MakeMatchless
ModelG3LS
Year1958
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine350cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2011 8,361 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 16 Sep 2010 8,265 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Pass 16 Sep 2010 8,265 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 21 Sep 2009 8,159 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 19 Sep 2008 8,065 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 7,967 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 7,822 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2005 7,631 miles

Front tyre slightly perished and cracked

Fail 2 Sep 2005 7,631 miles

Front tyre slightly perished and cracked

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

How Reliable is the Matchless G3LS?

Based on 1,079 MOT tests across 255 vehicles.

93.0%
Pass Rate
230
Miles/Year
73
Year Lifespan
255
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 5
Footrest insecure 3
wheel bearings have excessive free play 3
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 2
Fuel system component insecure 2
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493 UYW is a 1958 Matchless G3LS in Black with a 350cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1958 Matchless G3LS models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 18,716 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 G3LS fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 5 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 493 UYW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Matchless G3LS typically stays on UK roads for around 73 years. At 68 years old, this Matchless G3LS is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 493 UYW registered?

493 UYW is a 1958 Matchless G3LS, first registered on 3 June 1958.

Is 493 UYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for 493 UYW shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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