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540 XUU

1952 Matchless G80

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2010
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

Typical for 1952 Matchless G806,356 mi
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Vehicle Details

Registration540 XUU
MakeMatchless
ModelG80
Year1952
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2009

No lights fitted at time of test

Oil leak

Fail 18 Jun 2009

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Nearside Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

No lights fitted at time of test

Oil leak

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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540 XUU is a 1952 Matchless G80 in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1952 Matchless G80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 6,356 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 G80 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 540 XUU, 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 74 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 540 XUU?

You can check the full history of 540 XUU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was 540 XUU registered?

540 XUU is a 1952 Matchless G80, first registered on 18 November 1952.

Is 540 XUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for 540 XUU shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 540 XUU have outstanding finance?

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