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699 BPY

1981 Matchless G3LS

Green Petrol 347cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2012
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

14,501 mi
Last recorded14,501 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2011
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Vehicle Details

Registration699 BPY
MakeMatchless
ModelG3LS
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine347cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Fail 20 Aug 2011 14,501 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 20 Aug 2011 14,501 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 11,347 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 10,139 miles

Numerous oil leaks with possibility of contaminating rear tyre

Pass 7 Apr 2006 2,782 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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699 BPY is a 1981 Matchless G3LS in Green with a 347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 699 BPY, 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 45 years old, this Matchless G3LS is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was 699 BPY registered?

699 BPY is a 1981 Matchless G3LS, first registered on 1 December 1981.

Is 699 BPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for 699 BPY shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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