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ETX 13C

1965 Matchless G2

Red Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2014
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

5,454 mi
Last recorded5,454 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2013
Typical for 1965 Matchless G217,634 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationETX 13C
MakeMatchless
ModelG2
Year1965
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 18 Oct 2013 5,454 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 26 Oct 2012 5,273 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 5,181 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 4,424 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 2 Jun 2009 14,096 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 3,669 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 3,341 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 3,047 miles

How Reliable is the Matchless G2?

Based on 478 MOT tests across 109 vehicles.

90.2%
Pass Rate
60
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
109
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 5
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 4
wheel bearings have excessive free play 3
Footrest insecure 3
suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. 3
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ETX 13C is a 1965 Matchless G2 in Red with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1965 Matchless G2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.2% with a typical mileage of 17,634 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Matchless G2 fails its MOT is headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam, accounting for 5 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ETX 13C, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Matchless G2 typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 61 years old, this Matchless G2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ETX 13C?

You can check the full history of ETX 13C by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was ETX 13C registered?

ETX 13C is a 1965 Matchless G2, first registered on 13 April 1965.

Is ETX 13C safe to buy?

The MOT history for ETX 13C shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ETX 13C have outstanding finance?

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