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889 BAY

1962 Matchless G12

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2016
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,239 mi
Last recorded35,239 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2015
Typical for 1962 Matchless G128,815 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration889 BAY
MakeMatchless
ModelG12
Year1962
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 21 Apr 2015 35,239 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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889 BAY is a 1962 Matchless G12 in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1962 Matchless G12 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.7% with a typical mileage of 8,815 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 889 BAY, 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 64 years old, this Matchless G12 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 889 BAY registered?

889 BAY is a 1962 Matchless G12, first registered on 3 July 1962.

Is 889 BAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for 889 BAY shows 1 test 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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