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F164 MWC

1989 Matchless G80

Black Petrol 494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2025
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

2,817 mi
Last recorded2,817 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2024
Typical for 1989 Matchless G8010,053 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF164 MWC
MakeMatchless
ModelG80
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine494cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2024 2,817 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 2,588 miles
Fail 15 May 2009 2,337 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 15 May 2009 2,337 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 2,262 miles

Offside Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 8 May 2007 2,250 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 2,204 miles

How Reliable is the Matchless G80?

Based on 2,210 MOT tests across 424 vehicles.

92.3%
Pass Rate
275
Miles/Year
75
Year Lifespan
424
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 7
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 7
Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 6
Horn not working 6
wheel bearings have excessive free play 5
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F164 MWC is a 1989 Matchless G80 in Black with a 494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1989 Matchless G80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.8% with a typical mileage of 10,053 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 G80 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F164 MWC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Matchless G80 typically stays on UK roads for around 75 years. At 37 years old, this Matchless G80 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was F164 MWC registered?

F164 MWC is a 1989 Matchless G80, first registered on 25 February 1989.

Is F164 MWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for F164 MWC shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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