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979 XUB

1960 Matchless G3LS

Green Petrol 350cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

30,566 mi
Last recorded30,566 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2016
Typical for 1960 Matchless G3LS17,574 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration979 XUB
MakeMatchless
ModelG3LS
Year1960
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine350cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2016 30,566 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 29,001 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 28,699 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 28,072 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 27,792 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 27,771 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 27,722 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 27,599 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 27,465 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 26,054 miles

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

Fail 10 Jun 2006 26,054 miles

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.

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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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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