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738 EWY

1963 Matchless G12

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2018
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

30,379 mi
Last recorded30,379 miles
Recorded on23 May 2017
Typical for 1963 Matchless G1226,172 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration738 EWY
MakeMatchless
ModelG12
Year1963
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc
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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 23 May 2017 30,379 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 29,861 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 29,283 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 29,111 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 28,370 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 26 May 2011 28,040 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 27,376 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 26,589 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2008 26,303 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 25,419 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 24,329 miles

How Reliable is the Matchless G12?

Based on 1,648 MOT tests across 270 vehicles.

92.6%
Pass Rate
328
Miles/Year
67
Year Lifespan
270
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

wheel bearings have excessive free play 5
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 5
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 5
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 4
wheel bearings have excessive free play 4
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738 EWY is a 1963 Matchless G12 in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1963 Matchless G12 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.8% with a typical mileage of 26,172 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Matchless G12 fails its MOT is wheel bearings have excessive free play, accounting for 5 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 738 EWY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Matchless G12 typically stays on UK roads for around 67 years. At 63 years old, this Matchless G12 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 738 EWY?

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What year was 738 EWY registered?

738 EWY is a 1963 Matchless G12, first registered on 15 July 1963.

Is 738 EWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for 738 EWY shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 738 EWY have outstanding finance?

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