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G598 OVO

1990 Matchless G80

Black Petrol 494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

18,439 mi
Last recorded18,439 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2025
Typical for 1990 Matchless G8015,673 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG598 OVO
MakeMatchless
ModelG80
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine494cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2025 18,439 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2023 18,401 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 18,257 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2017 18,132 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 26 May 2017 18,132 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 3 Jun 2016 17,918 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 17,515 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 17,186 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 16,930 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 16,930 miles
Fail 23 May 2012 16,930 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 9 Jun 2011 16,663 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2011 16,637 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 5 Jun 2010 16,410 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 28 May 2009 16,125 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 4 Jun 2008 15,314 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 14,992 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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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G598 OVO is a 1990 Matchless G80 in Black with a 494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1990 Matchless G80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.9% with a typical mileage of 15,673 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 G598 OVO, 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 36 years old, this Matchless G80 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was G598 OVO registered?

G598 OVO is a 1990 Matchless G80, first registered on 12 January 1990.

Is G598 OVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for G598 OVO shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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