MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
30,566 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)
nail in tyre
Stop lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.3.3a)
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)
nail in tyre
How Reliable is the Matchless G3LS?
Based on 1,079 MOT tests across 255 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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979 XUB is a 1960 Matchless G3LS in Green with a 350cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.
Across all 1960 Matchless G3LS models, the average MOT pass rate is 96.3% with a typical mileage of 17,574 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 G3LS fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 5 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 979 XUB, 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 66 years old, this Matchless G3LS is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was 979 XUB registered?
979 XUB is a 1960 Matchless G3LS, first registered on 24 October 1960.
Is 979 XUB safe to buy?
The MOT history for 979 XUB shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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