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613 XVN

1955 Matchless G3LS

Black Petrol 350cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,986 mi
Last recorded21,986 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2012
Typical for 1955 Matchless G3LS34,023 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration613 XVN
MakeMatchless
ModelG3LS
Year1955
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine350cc
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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 12 Dec 2012 21,986 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 21,042 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 21,002 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Pass 27 Oct 2009 20,276 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 18,788 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2007 18,762 miles

1) Rear tyre close to legal limit. †2) Very slight play in rear wheel bearings.

Pass 26 Aug 2005 18,747 miles

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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613 XVN is a 1955 Matchless G3LS in Black with a 350cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1955 Matchless G3LS models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 34,023 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 613 XVN, 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 71 years old, this Matchless G3LS is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 613 XVN registered?

613 XVN is a 1955 Matchless G3LS, first registered on 13 August 1955.

Is 613 XVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for 613 XVN 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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