MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
22,029 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Swing arm pivot (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak fork (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Horn not working (1.7.3a)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)
Front tyre slightly perished
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
throttle
Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)
Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)
Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)
Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)
Exhaust repaired
Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)
Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
rear number plate
How Reliable is the Matchless G80?
Based on 2,210 MOT tests across 424 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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G708 HSX 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 G708 HSX, 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 G708 HSX registered?
G708 HSX is a 1990 Matchless G80, first registered on 4 May 1990.
Is G708 HSX safe to buy?
The MOT history for G708 HSX 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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