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G708 HSX

1990 Matchless G80

Black Petrol 494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

22,029 mi
Last recorded22,029 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2025
Typical for 1990 Matchless G8015,673 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG708 HSX
MakeMatchless
ModelG80
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine494cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2025 22,029 miles

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))

Fail 17 Mar 2022 22,022 miles

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))

Pass 19 Mar 2021 21,476 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 24 May 2017 20,622 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 19,720 miles

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)

Fail 27 May 2015 18,191 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 27 May 2015 18,191 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 16,639 miles

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)

Pass 5 Jun 2013 15,478 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 13,744 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 11,944 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2010 27,272 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 6 Jun 2009 25,155 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 6 Jun 2009 25,149 miles

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)

Pass 24 May 2008 22,922 miles

Exhaust repaired

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 20 Jun 2007 21,568 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 20,222 miles

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.

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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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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