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KEB 834

1960 Matchless G12

Red Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2015
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

39,862 mi
Last recorded39,862 miles
Recorded on31 May 2014
Typical for 1960 Matchless G1228,799 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKEB 834
MakeMatchless
ModelG12
Year1960
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2014 39,862 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 39,853 miles

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

rear tyre has slight cracking on wall

Fail 29 Apr 2013 39,853 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

rear tyre has slight cracking on wall

Pass 16 Apr 2012 39,836 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 39,815 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

How Reliable is the Matchless G12?

Based on 1,648 MOT tests across 270 vehicles.

92.6%
Pass Rate
328
Miles/Year
67
Year Lifespan
270
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

wheel bearings have excessive free play 5
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 5
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 5
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 4
wheel bearings have excessive free play 4
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KEB 834 is a 1960 Matchless G12 in Red with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1960 Matchless G12 models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.6% with a typical mileage of 28,799 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 G12 fails its MOT is wheel bearings have excessive free play, accounting for 5 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KEB 834, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Matchless G12 typically stays on UK roads for around 67 years. At 66 years old, this Matchless G12 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KEB 834?

You can check the full history of KEB 834 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was KEB 834 registered?

KEB 834 is a 1960 Matchless G12, first registered on 25 January 1960.

Is KEB 834 safe to buy?

The MOT history for KEB 834 shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KEB 834 have outstanding finance?

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