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797 UXR

1962 Matchless G3

Black Petrol 347cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

37,285 mi
Last recorded37,285 miles
Recorded on16 May 2012
Typical for 1962 Matchless G337,591 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration797 UXR
MakeMatchless
ModelG3
Year1962
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine347cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2012 37,285 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 37,207 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 37,054 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 36,883 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 36,570 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 35,982 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 6 Feb 2006 35,649 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2006 35,649 miles

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

How Reliable is the Matchless G3?

Based on 1,475 MOT tests across 302 vehicles.

93.1%
Pass Rate
286
Miles/Year
71
Year Lifespan
302
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

wheel bearings are excessively rough 6
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 6
reflector on motorcycle missing 4
Horn not working 3
Drive chain sprocket worn to excess 2
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797 UXR is a 1962 Matchless G3 in Black with a 347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1962 Matchless G3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 95.6% with a typical mileage of 37,591 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 G3 fails its MOT is wheel bearings are excessively rough, accounting for 6 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 797 UXR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Matchless G3 typically stays on UK roads for around 71 years. At 64 years old, this Matchless G3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 797 UXR registered?

797 UXR is a 1962 Matchless G3, first registered on 21 June 1962.

Is 797 UXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for 797 UXR shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 797 UXR have outstanding finance?

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