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JET 685

1953 Matchless Unknown

Not stated Petrol 348cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2026
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

4,527 mi
Last recorded4,527 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJET 685
MakeMatchless
ModelUnknown
Year1953
ColourNot stated
Fuel typePetrol
Engine348cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 9 Apr 2025 4,527 miles

How Reliable is the Matchless Unknown?

Based on 275 MOT tests across 230 vehicles.

89.5%
Pass Rate
215
Miles/Year
230
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp aim too low 1
All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on 1
Brake back plate(s) insecure 1
Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background 1
Steering lock stop missing 1
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JET 685 is a 1953 Matchless Unknown in Not stated with a 348cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Matchless Unknown fails its MOT is headlamp aim too low, accounting for 1 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JET 685, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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What year was JET 685 registered?

JET 685 is a 1953 Matchless Unknown, first registered on 26 September 1953.

Is JET 685 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JET 685 shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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