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BJK 249

1953 Matchless G3LS

Black Petrol 348cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2013
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

583 mi
Last recorded583 miles
Recorded on8 May 2012
Typical for 1953 Matchless G3LS16,020 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJK 249
MakeMatchless
ModelG3LS
Year1953
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine348cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 8 May 2012 583 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 15,782 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 14,558 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 13,745 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 12,005 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 11,980 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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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BJK 249 is a 1953 Matchless G3LS in Black with a 348cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1953 Matchless G3LS models, the average MOT pass rate is 96.2% with a typical mileage of 16,020 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 BJK 249, 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 73 years old, this Matchless G3LS is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BJK 249 registered?

BJK 249 is a 1953 Matchless G3LS, first registered on 6 October 1953.

Is BJK 249 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJK 249 shows 6 tests 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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